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How much do health informatics internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for health informatics internship in Gainesville, GA is $14.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.63 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical projects or tasks assigned to interns during a health informatics internship?

During a Health Informatics Internship, interns often work on projects such as analyzing healthcare data sets, assisting in the implementation or optimization of electronic health record (EHR) systems, and supporting data quality improvement initiatives. They may also be involved in creating data visualizations, conducting workflow assessments, or helping ensure compliance with data privacy regulations. Interns frequently collaborate with IT professionals, healthcare providers, and data analysts, gaining hands-on experience in both technical and clinical environments.

What is a health informatics internship?

A Health Informatics Internship is a temporary position that allows students or recent graduates to gain practical experience in the field of health informatics. Interns typically work under the supervision of experienced professionals to learn about managing healthcare data, implementing electronic health records, and supporting technology solutions in clinical settings. The internship provides hands-on exposure to both the technical and administrative aspects of healthcare information systems. It is a valuable opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios and build skills needed for a career in health informatics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a health informatics intern?

To thrive as a Health Informatics Intern, you need a foundational understanding of healthcare systems, data analysis, and informatics principles, typically supported by coursework in health informatics or related fields. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), data management tools, and programming languages such as SQL or Python is often expected. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help interns collaborate with diverse teams and adapt quickly to new technologies. These competencies are essential for supporting data-driven healthcare improvements and ensuring the seamless integration of technology in clinical environments.

What are health informatics internship opportunities?

Health informatics, also called health information systems, utilizes software and applications to compile, organize, and analyze health records to improve patient care. Students in health informatics programs must complete a health informatics internship before they graduate. Because health informatics is such a diverse field, your job duties depend on the discipline you pursue. You may work in applications, record management, research, medical decision support, or engineering. As a student intern, you may be assigned to administrative duties, entering data and processing documents, while shadowing professionals in the field. You may also focus on machine learning and other emerging technologies used in the clinical setting.

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Assistant Professor - Health Informatics & Administration

University of North Georgia

Dahlonega, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


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Job description

About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia's College of Health & Wellness is seeking applications of for a Tenured Track, Assistant Professor of Health Informatics & Administration. The Department of Health Administration currently is offering the Assistant Professor position for the Health Informatics & Administration online degree programs offered by UNG. Ideal candidates will have a teaching and professional background in healthcare informatics or related fields. Candidate will reside within reasonable driving distance of the University of North Georgia Dahlonega campus and be available for required on-campus activities.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.
Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.
As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.
If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470.
Responsibilities
  • The Assistant Professor will provide online instruction in health informatics & administration, develop and maintain course offerings in health informatics & administration; and provide assistance in additional health administration program development.
  • Establish and/or continue a research agenda in healthcare informatics and/or interdisciplinary healthcare.
  • This position includes expectations for teaching, scholarship and service.
  • Advise and mentor students in program completion, career counseling, and research or internships.
  • Regular on-campus participation is expected multiple times throughout the academic year to support teaching, scholarship, service, governance, student engagement, and departmental initiatives.
  • Performing additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
  • Terminal degree in healthcare informatics or related field.
  • Professional experience in healthcare informatics or related field.
  • Ability to articulate a plan for establishment of a line of research in health informatics & administration.
  • Teaching experience, specifically online teaching.
  • Experience in healthcare informatics in a clinical setting.
  • Experience in online teaching at the undergraduate level.
  • Applicants must live in or be willing to relocate to the state of Georgia.

Required Documents to Attach
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
  • Contact information for three professional references

USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.
Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
Background Check
  • Position of Trust + Education

Special Applicant Instructions
  • If you received any graduate degrees from an institution outside the United States, you must provide a foreign course-by-course credential evaluation by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES). Find a full list of NACES members at http://www.naces.org/members.htm.

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