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Clinical Informatics Director Jobs in Washington, DC

Program Director

Columbia, MD · On-site +1

$160K - $210K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... clinical or patient safety initiatives * Oversees and manages staffing, recruitment/talent ... A background in Health Informatics is ideal for success in this position * Must be willing to ...

... in clinical informatics. Responsibilities of the Program Manager II: * Serve as the Government ... Direct corrective actions in any area where performance falls below objectives. * Arrange ...

... in clinical informatics. Responsibilities of the Program Manager II: * Serve as the Government ... Direct corrective actions in any area where performance falls below objectives. * Arrange ...

Program Manager II

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$153K - $178K/yr

  • PTO

... in clinical informatics. Responsibilities of the Program Manager II: * Serve as the Government ... Direct corrective actions in any area where performance falls below objectives. * Arrange ...

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How much do clinical informatics director jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical informatics director in Washington, DC is $78.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59.38 and $98.27 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.

What are the most commonly searched types of Clinical Informatics jobs in Washington, DC?

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Infographic showing various Clinical Informatics Director job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 79% In-person, 10% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $163,352 per year, or $78.5 per hour.

Associate Vice President, Epic Project Management

Adventist HealthCare

Gaithersburg, MD • On-site

$187 - $281/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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381st of 889 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Support CenterIf you are a current Adventist HealthCare employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire an experienced Associate Vice President of Epic Project Management who will embrace our mission to extend God’s care through the ministry of physical, mental, and spiritual healing.The AVP, Project Director provides enterprise project leadership for Epic implementation workstreams. This role coordinates Epic project teams, operational stakeholders, third-party system administrators, vendors, and technical resources to ensure scope, staffing, timelines, risks, testing, cutover, go-live, and stabilization activities are planned and executed effectively. The Project Director serves as a primary escalation point for cross-functional dependencies and ensures project decisions align with organizational goals, patient safety, operational readiness, and long-term support needs.As an Associate Vice President of Epic Project Management, you will:Provides overall leadership, governance, and project direction for Epic implementation workstreams, data strategies, testing, training, cutover planning, go-live support, and post-live stabilization.Identifies, escalates, and resolves project risks related to scope, staffing capacity, role clarity, project milestones, technical dependencies, vendor deliverables, legacy system knowledge, and competing organizational priorities.Leads resource planning and staffing strategy, ensuring managers and analysts have appropriate allocation, training, role expectations, and support to meet Epic project responsibilities. Manage project budgets and expenditures, identifying any financial risks.Establishes and maintains project communication plans, status reporting, decision logs, issue-management processes, change-control pathways, and leadership updates for AHC/entity leaders and key stakeholders.Collaborates across the system with stakeholders including leadership, IT, revenue cycle and clinical representatives to support change management strategies and drive stakeholder engagement.Develops the Epic implementation team. Leads and coaches project managers and direct reports.Maintains knowledge of Epic implementation practices, healthcare technology trends, interface/API integration concepts, legacy data conversion processes, and project management methods relevant to assigned responsibilities.Supports transition to long-term support by confirming documentation, knowledge transfer, stabilization plans, and ownership.Qualifications include:Demonstrated experience leading large, complex healthcare information technology or electronic health record implementation projects.Strong project governance, planning, risk management, issue resolution, escalation, and decision-facilitation skills.Ability to coordinate cross-functional work across clinical operations, information technology, application teams, technical teams, vendors, third-party system administrators, legal, contracting, procurement, and executive stakeholders.Working knowledge of healthcare interoperability, interface engines, HL7/FHIR/API concepts, data extraction/transformation, testing, cutover, go-live, stabilization, and long-term support considerations.Effective written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level communication, meeting facilitation, status reporting, and documentation of decisions, dependencies, and risks.Ability to develop, lead, and coach managers and project teams while setting clear role expectations and accountability for deliverables.Ability to manage multiple priorities, competing deadlines, high-risk workstreams, and changing project needs while maintaining focus on patient safety, quality, and operational readiness.Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools, including word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, email, scheduling, and project tracking applications.• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field such as health care administration, information technology, business administration, clinical informatics, project management, or a related discipline. • Master’s degree preferred.Over eight years of progressively responsible experience in healthcare information technology, electronic health record implementation, clinical/business operations, project management, systems integration, or related experience is required. Epic implementation experience is preferred.Minimum five years of supervisory, management, or large-scale project leadership experience is required.Project Management Professional preferredLean Six Sigma Green Belt preferredEpic certification, proficiency, or implementation experience preferredExperience coordinating vendor deliverables, third-party system dependencies, interface/API integrations, legacy data conversion or archival activities, and go-live/stabilization support is preferred.Work Schedule:Monday - FridayPay Range:$187,186.20 - $280,779.29If the salary range is listed as $0 or if the position is Per Diem (with a fixed rate), salary discussions will take place during the screening process.Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), this position is classified as:United States of America (Exempt)At Adventist HealthCare our job is to care for you.We do this by offering:Work life balance through nonrotating shiftsRecognition and rewards for professional expertiseFree Employee parkingMedical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hireEmployer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, (short-term disability buy-up available)Paid Time OffEmployer retirement contribution and match after 1-year of eligible employment with a 3-year vesting periodVoluntary benefits include flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long term care, and critical illness & accident insuranceSubsidized childcare at participating childcare centersTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) supportAs a faith-based organization, with over a century of caring for the communities in the Maryland area, Adventist HealthCare has earned a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care. Adventist HealthCare was the first and is the largest healthcare provider in Montgomery County.If you want to make a difference in someone’s life every day, consider a position with a team of professionals who are doing just that, making a difference.Join the Adventist HealthCare team today, apply now to be considered!COVID-19 VaccinationAdventist HealthCare strongly recommends all applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination.Tobacco and Drug StatementTobacco use is a well-recognized preventable cause of death in the United States and an important public health issue. In order to promote and maintain a healthy work environment, Adventist HealthCare will not hire applicants for employment who either state that they are nicotine users or who test positive for nicotine and drug use.While some jurisdictions, including Maryland, permit the use of marijuana for medical purposes, marijuana continues to be classified as an illegal drug under the federal Controlled Substances Act. As a result, medical marijuana use will not be accepted as a valid explanation for a positive drug test result.Adventist HealthCare will withdraw offers of employment to applicants who test positive for Cotinine (nicotine) and marijuana. Those testing positive are given the opportunity to re-apply in 90 days, if they can truthfully attest that they have not used any nicotine products in the past ninety (90) days and successfully pass follow-up testing. ("Nicotine products" include, but are not limited to: cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco, e-cigarettes, vaping products, hookah, and nicotine replacement products (e.g., nicotine gum, nicotine patches, nicotine lozenges, etc.).Equal Employment OpportunityAdventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission-centric culture. Our goal is to have a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, no matter their background. AHC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Adventist HealthCare will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Adventist HealthCare is a religious organization as defined under applicable law; however, it will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants’ religious beliefs.Applicants who wish to request accommodations for disabilities or religious belief should contact the Support Center HR Office. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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As a faith-based organization, with over a century of caring for the communities in the Maryland area, Adventist HealthCare has earned a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care. Adventist HealthCare was the first and is the largest healthcare provider in Montgomery County.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Gaithersburg, MD, US

Year founded

1907