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Director, Healthcare Economics

Rochester, NY

Directs the ongoing evaluation of clinical and financial programs using both industry-standard and ... Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, healthcare informatics, or related ...

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Lthc

Director, Healthcare Economics

Rochester, NY · On-site

Directs the ongoing evaluation of clinical and financial programs using both industry-standard and ... Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, healthcare informatics, or related ...

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Lthc

Director, Healthcare Economics

Rochester, NY

Directs the ongoing evaluation of clinical and financial programs using both industry-standard and ... Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, healthcare informatics, or related ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical informatics director in Rochester, NY is $68.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.68 and $85.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical informatics director?

A Clinical Informatics Director oversees the implementation and optimization of healthcare technology to improve patient care, operational efficiency, and data management. They collaborate with clinical and IT teams to ensure electronic health records (EHRs) and other digital systems support medical workflows and compliance. Their role involves analyzing data, training staff, and guiding technology strategies to enhance healthcare outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical informatics director?

To thrive as a Clinical Informatics Director, you need a strong background in healthcare informatics, clinical workflow analysis, and experience in leading multidisciplinary teams, usually supported by advanced degrees in health informatics, nursing, or medicine. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, data analytics platforms, and relevant certifications like CPHIMS or board certification in clinical informatics is highly valued. Strong communication, change management, and problem-solving skills set top candidates apart in this role. These skills are critical to successfully bridging the gap between clinical staff and IT teams, driving improved patient care through the effective use of health information technology.

What are some common challenges faced by clinical informatics directors, and how can they be addressed?

Clinical Informatics Directors often face the challenge of balancing diverse stakeholder needs, including those of clinicians, IT personnel, and hospital administrators, while implementing new technologies or workflows. Navigating resistance to change, ensuring data security, and maintaining regulatory compliance can also be complex parts of the job. Successful directors address these challenges by fostering strong collaboration, providing clear communication, and promoting ongoing education and support around informatics initiatives. Being proactive in engaging end-users and responding to their feedback helps smooth transitions and ensures technology effectively supports patient care. This dynamic environment offers excellent opportunities for leadership growth and professional development.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Informatics Director job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 81% In-person, 9% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,305 per year, or $68.4 per hour.

Director, Clinical Practice - Unity Hospital

Rochester Regional Health

Rochester, NY • On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Rochester Regional Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 219 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

306th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Director, Clinical Practice - Unity Hospital
Rochester, NY
SUMMARY:
Responsible to provide oversight and direction in establishing and maintaining a system for developing, reviewing, approving and disseminating standards of professional nursing practice for Unity Hospital. Ensures practice policy, procedures and protocols are lead by best practice and evidenced based data. This position also provides oversight and management of the clinical informatics processes and is responsible to oversee the transition, education and implementation of the electronic medical record as it relates to nursing practice. This oversight includes the practice and work flow processes for all acute clinical services in the health system. Participates and guides clinical education components that must tie to evidenced based professional nursing practice. Provide superior customer service by modeling the Brand Promise and Core Values.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provides oversight and direction in establishing and maintaining a system to comprehensively disseminate standards of clinical practice and incorporating best practice and nursing research into bedside practice
  • Implements clinical standards of practice in all clinical departments licensed under Unity Hospital, assuring evidenced based practice and established standards of care
  • Assist in reviewing and making recommendations on policy issues regarding clinical practice and coordinates with appropriate disciplines accordingly. Coordinates approval through appropriate hospital nursing and medical committees
  • Directs educational efforts assuring effective communication and coordination of clinical practice initiatives among various departments of the nursing infrastructure
  • Provides oversight and direction to clinical service departments in developing specialty practice standards assuring standard practice guidelines as appropriate
  • Provides oversight and direction to activities of clinical informatics nurses and the electronic medical record implementation.
  • Participates in quality reviews and clinical record review to ensure standards of care are compliant with policy and best practice standards. Evaluation and analysis of clinical practice measurements and outcomes. Makes appropriate recommendations for change accordingly
  • In conjunction with the VP Nursing/Patient Care Services, develops and implements the professional practice model for nursing and may act as Magnet Program Coordinator.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master's Degree in Nursing required as of January 2027.
  • NYS RN License

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Ten years of progressive acute clinical experience with extensive experience in policy and procedure development, clinical process management and nursing education.
  • Demonstrated supervisory or management experience required.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of accrediting bodies and DOH standards required.
  • ANCC national certification preferred

EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$110,000.00 - $150,000.00
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14626
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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