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Acacia Network

Director of Clinical Application

Bronx, NY · On-site

$114K - $116K/yr

POSITION OVERVIEW Under the direction of the Senior Administrator of Population Health, the Director of Clinical Applications (DCA) leads and actively executes the optimization and effective use of ...

InnovAge

Director, Clinical Applications

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$159K - $215K/yr

Responsibilities The Director, Clinical Applications will plan, direct, and oversee all aspects of clinical application engineering, operations, and strategic technology delivery for InnovAge's PACE ...

InnovAge

Director, Clinical Applications

Denver, CO

Responsibilities The Director, Clinical Applications will plan, direct, and oversee all aspects of clinical application engineering, operations, and strategic technology delivery for InnovAge's PACE ...

InnovAge

Director, Clinical Applications

Denver, CO · On-site

$159K - $270K/yr

Responsibilities The Director, Clinical Applications will plan, direct, and oversee all aspects of clinical application engineering, operations, and strategic technology delivery for InnovAge's PACE ...

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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of clinical applications in the United States is $143,112.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,500.00 and $178,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Director Of Clinical Applications, you are responsible for overseeing the implementation, optimization, and ongoing support of clinical software systems within a healthcare organization. You will work closely with clinicians, IT professionals, and executive leadership to ensure technology solutions align with patient care goals and regulatory requirements. A common challenge in this role is managing change across diverse departments while balancing technical, clinical, and operational priorities. Success often requires excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to foster collaboration among stakeholders with different perspectives. This is a dynamic leadership position with significant impact on healthcare delivery and technology adoption.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Director Of Clinical Applications position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Of Clinical Applications, you need deep knowledge of clinical workflows, healthcare information systems, and project management, usually backed by a degree in health informatics, nursing, or a related field. Expertise with electronic health record (EHR) systems, healthcare IT solutions, and certifications like PMP or CHCIO are highly valuable. Leadership, strategic communication, and the ability to collaborate across clinical and IT teams help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualifications are critical for successfully leading application initiatives that directly impact patient care and operational efficiency.

What does a Director of Clinical Applications do?

A Director of Clinical Applications oversees the implementation, management, and optimization of clinical software systems within a healthcare organization. They work closely with IT teams, clinicians, and administrative staff to ensure technology solutions enhance patient care and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include leading system upgrades, staff training, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. This role requires a strong background in healthcare IT, project management, and clinical workflows.

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Executive Director, Clinical Applications

Executive Director, Clinical Applications

Boston Medical Center

Boston, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

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7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 106 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

466th of 1,051 rated hospitals

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Executive Director of Clinical Applications is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and optimization of BMCHS's clinical information systems - namely Epic - and associated ancillary clinical applications.
This role will lead multiple teams across ambulatory, inpatient and reporting applications to ensure that clinical technology enhances patient safety, improves clinician workflow, and aligns with broader organizational goals.
The successful candidate will be a key member of the BMC IT leadership team, will build and support high performing teams, and will be looked upon as the foremost expert on the use of technology in the hospital EHR and reporting spaces.
The Executive Director of Clinical Applications will partner with hospital clinical and operational leadership to ensure roadmaps are aligned and that technology and innovative address the needs of our three-hospital system.
Position: Executive Director, Clinical Applications
Department: Information Services
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and execute a multi-year roadmap for clinical applications that supports the organization's clinical, operational, financial objectives
  • Partner with leaders within and outside the system to align strategic goals with technology capabilities
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement in EHR solutions

System Optimization
  • Oversee the lifecycle of Epic and integrated clinical systems, ensuring high availability and continuous improvement
  • Lead the evaluation and rollout of new Epic modules, optimizations, and the adoption of quarterly upgrades
  • Conduct research to understand market trends, evolving needs, and/or unsolved customer pain points

Stakeholder Engagement
  • Act as the primary liaison between IT, clinical leadership (CMIO, CNIO) and operations & administrative leads to prioritize requests and resolve pain points
  • Serve as an executive sponsor ensuring client satisfaction and application usage
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships across clinical, operational, and IT stakeholders to align enterprise technology initiatives with organizational priorities

Resource Optimization & Talent Development
  • Direct a distributed team of Epic Analysts, Managers, and Directors ensuring talent is allocated effectively across high-priority enterprise projects
  • Develop standardized tools and processes to ensure consistent development, implementation, and integration across BMCHS IT environments
  • Design new workflows, policies, and training programs in alignment with systemwide best practices
  • Mentor and manage team, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability

Governance & Compliance
  • Facilitate the Clinical IT Governance Committee to manage the intake of project and enhancement requests, ensuring clinical build remains standardized and scalable
  • Establish KPIs and metrics to monitor usage and performance. Implement course-corrections when performance deviates from goals

Financial Management
Manage the capital and operating budgets for the clinical applications department, including vendor contract negotiations and ROI analysis.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)
JOB REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, business or a related field (master's preferred)
  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare and technology. Health System or Hospital network experience highly preferred
  • Deep experience managing teams across multiple EPIC modules
  • Proven experience managing applications for a multi-hospital or academic medical system
  • Demonstrated track record of building relationships with executive-level internal and customer stakeholders
  • Proven ability to navigate a highly complex, matrixed environment
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (If none, please enter "N/A"):
  • Experience managing "Best-of-Breed" technical integrations) into Epic workflows
  • Knowledge of technology and data operations, solution delivery models, and finance

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED (If none, please enter "N/A"):
  • Hold at least one active Epic Certification (e.g., EpicCare Inpatient, Ambulatory, or Willow)
  • Current on New Version Training (NVT)

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS PREFERRED (If none, please enter "N/A"):
  • Multiple Epic certifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs) (If none, please enter "N/A"):
  • Deep understanding of clinical and operational workflows in community and practice-based settings
  • Lifecycle Mastery: Experience leading at least one Full Life-Cycle Epic Implementation or a major multi-site "Big Bang" upgrade
  • Governance Knowledge: Deep familiarity with Epic-specific tools and programs, including Honor Roll/Stars requirements, Nova release notes, and System Pulse
  • Strong interpersonal, client-facing, and presentation skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, with a customer-centric mindset and consultative approach
  • Familiarity with interoperability standards, health data exchange, and cybersecurity best practices

Compensation Range:
$198,500.00- $288,000.00
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
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Boston Medical Center (BMC) is more than a hospital. It's a network of support and care that touches the lives of hundreds of thousands of people in need each year. It is the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England. Emphasizing community-based care, BMC is committed to providing consistently excellent and accessible health services to all-and is the largest safety-net hospital in New England. The hospital is also the primary teaching affiliate of the nationally ranked Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and a founding partner of Boston HealthNet - an integrated health care delivery systems that includes many community health centers. Join BMC today and help us achieve our Vision 2030 which is a long-term goal to make Boston the healthiest urban population in the world.

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1,001 - 5,000 Employees

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Boston, MA, US

Year founded

1996

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