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Primary Responsibilities The Clinical IT Specialist has organization-wide responsibility for workflow processes impacted by the Clinical Information System across disciplines and clinical departments.

Primary Responsibilities The Clinical IT Specialist has organization-wide responsibility for workflow processes impacted by the Clinical Information System across disciplines and clinical departments.

$70K - $108K/yr

Manages clinical information systems, applications and modules throughout all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle. This position requires the application of advanced, broad-based knowledge ...

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How much do clinical information systems jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical information systems in the United States is $93,820.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,500.00 and $108,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are clinical information systems?

Clinical information systems are specialized computer-based systems designed to collect, store, manage, and transmit patient health information within healthcare settings. They support healthcare professionals by providing timely access to patient data, helping streamline clinical workflows, enhance decision-making, and improve patient care quality. Examples include electronic health records (EHRs), computerized physician order entry (CPOE) systems, and laboratory information systems. These systems help ensure that accurate and up-to-date information is readily available to clinicians.

How does a Clinical Information Systems professional typically collaborate with medical staff and IT teams?

Clinical Information Systems professionals play a key role in bridging the gap between healthcare providers and IT departments. They collaborate closely with clinicians to understand workflow needs and translate those requirements into technical solutions, such as configuring electronic health record (EHR) systems. Additionally, they work with IT teams to ensure system reliability, troubleshoot issues, and facilitate software updates. This role often involves frequent communication, training sessions, and problem-solving to support both end-users and technical staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Clinical Information Systems Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Clinical Information Systems Specialist, you need a strong background in health informatics, clinical workflows, and information technology, often supported by a relevant degree and experience in healthcare settings. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) platforms, HL7 standards, database management, and certifications like CPHIMS are typically required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills help bridge gaps between clinical staff and IT teams. These competencies ensure the effective implementation and ongoing optimization of clinical systems to improve patient care and operational efficiency.

What is the difference between Clinical Information Systems vs Medical Records Technicians?

AspectClinical Information SystemsMedical Records Technicians
Primary RoleManage and implement healthcare software systems for clinical dataOrganize, code, and maintain patient medical records
Required CertificationsHealth IT certifications, sometimes a degree in health informaticsMedical coding and health information certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, health IT companiesHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities
Industry UsageHealth IT, clinical informaticsMedical record management

Clinical Information Systems focus on managing healthcare software and clinical data systems, while Medical Records Technicians specialize in organizing and coding patient records. Both roles are essential in healthcare but differ in responsibilities, certifications, and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Information Systems job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,820 per year, or $45.1 per hour.
Information Systems Specialist

Information Systems Specialist

Lexington Medical Center

West Columbia, SC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 14 days ago


Lexington Medical Center rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 104 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

534th of 1,020 rated hospitals


Job description

IT Services
Full Time
Day Shift
8a - 5p
Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer.
Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state's first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer's care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship.
Job Summary
Designs course curriculum and training environments, credentials other trainers, and delivers instruction ensuring effective orientation and optimization of clinical information systems. Liaises with operational leadership, end users, application and technical teams. Participates in analysis, design, testing and support of software and workflows to meet clinical objectives including project plan development and tracking. Serves as primary response for physician/advanced practitioners.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Years of Experience: 5 Years of related experience with a combination of clinical and IT experience
Substitutable Education & Experience (Optional): 5 Years of related experience can be substituted for the following: Associate's Degree or certification in area of clinical practice and 3 years of experience; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or other related clinical field and 2 years of clinical experience in healthcare environment.
Required Certifications/Licensure: Must be willing to obtain certification in EPIC application and training within 6 months of position and maintain active certification.
Required Training: Experience in IT as analyst or trainer in a medium to large organization;
Experience with physician/advanced practitioner clinical information systems support; Experience in project management, instructional design, presentation, and implementation of an EHR; Proficient in use of clinical information systems in and Microsoft Office solutions.
Essential Functions
  • Utilizes in-depth understanding of workflows, policies and procedures, patient care/ clinical business processes, regulatory requirements, and best practices to:
    • Analyze existing practices by facilitating communication, cooperation, and information from key users, ensuring patient safety and best practices throughout the organization.
    • Identify/field opportunities for optimization.
    • Participate in inquiry, data analysis, system validation.
    • Recommend solutions including system and workflow design/ redesign.
    • Abstract up low level details to relay general understanding in end user and leadership communications.
    • Effectively design and adjust training plans as well as deliver instruction.
  • Translates complex cultural, operational, and technical components into "common sense" concepts.
  • Works collaboratively with system analysts, subject matter experts, and other team members to identify opportunities for improvement and enhanced functionality.
  • Communicates to multidisciplinary areas. Responds professionally, in a timely manner, with respect to customer organizational culture.
  • Participates and supports project and team goals, objectives and timelines working with a sense of urgency and accuracy.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Serves as project champion and liaison to promote the integration of technology into clinical and business setting.
  • Develops training plan and designs instruction for end users to ensure effective orientation and optimization of the software.
    • Initiates and maintains project plan documentation, manages implementation, drives communication updates.
    • Monitors training, providing metrics and recording completion.
    • Provides feedback on learning needs and uses aggregate data to redesign program content, instruction styles and materials.
  • Delivers instruction via a variety of means incorporating scenario based, competency based methods based in adult learning theory.
  • Performs the Credentialing of other trainers.
  • Provides user support:
    • Pays keen attention to opportunities gain efficiencies and improve patient care.
    • Escalates issues to appropriate support teams.
    • Serves as primary response to physicians/ advance practitioners.
  • Participates in and supports change management process.
  • Adapts and makes forward progress in environments of ambiguity and frequent change.
  • Successfully engages in multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  • Adheres to LMC Service Expectations as demonstrated through positive patient experiences and interactions with staff.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families:
  • Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits
  • Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%.
  • Employer paid life insurance - equal to 1x salary
  • Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary
  • Adoption assistance
  • LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan forgiveness

Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee's desires and abilities and the hospital's needs.

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