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Join a dynamic and forward-thinking healthcare system that recently implemented Epic as Community Memorial Healthcare's enterprise-wide electronic medical record (EMR). We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Clinical Informatics to lead our clinical informatics team and help drive meaningful change at the intersection of technology and patient care.

In this vital leadership role, the Director of Clinical Informatics will collaborate closely with the Director of Applications and other cross-functional leaders to ensure our clinical information systems are thoughtfully designed, optimized, and effectively adopted across the organization. You will guide efforts to enhance clinical workflows, support change management, and drive measurable improvements in patient outcomes and operational performance.

1. Provide strategic leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of clinical information systems.
2. Collaborate with clinical leaders, Chief Information Officer, Director of Applications and other stakeholders to identify opportunities for improving clinical workflows and processes through technology.
3. Serve as a subject matter expert in clinical informatics, staying up-to-date with emerging trends and best practices in the field.
4. Develop and maintain clinical decision support tools to improve patient outcomes and reduce clinical errors.
5. Working collaboratively with Information Systems and Quality, ensure that clinical information systems comply with healthcare regulations and standards (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH, Meaningful Use).
6. Manage projects related to clinical informatics, including planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
7. Provide training and support to clinicians and other stakeholders in the effective use of clinical information systems.
8. Collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to develop and implement quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs.
9. Working closely with the Director of Applications to maintain relationships with vendors and other external partners to ensure that clinical information systems are aligned with organizational goals and strategies.
10. Represent the organization in external forums related to clinical informatics and healthcare IT.
11. Develop and implement metrics to track the effectiveness of clinical workflows and identify areas for improvement.
12. Develop and lead the implementation of a comprehensive clinical informatics strategy that aligns with the organization's overall goals and objectives.   
13. Provide leadership and direction to clinical informatics staff, including hiring, training, and performance management.    
14. Communicate regularly with clinical and operational leaders to provide updates on clinical informatics initiatives and gather feedback to inform future planning and decision-making.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

This job has supervisory responsibilities over the clinical informatics team.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, health informatics, or related field
• Five (5) years of experience in clinical informatics, healthcare IT, or related field
• Strong understanding of clinical workflows and processes
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical decision support tools
• Ability to lead and manage projects, teams, and stakeholders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred:

• Master's degree in nursing, health informatics, or related field
• Certification in healthcare informatics (e.g., CPHIMS)
• Experience with quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH, Meaningful Use)
• Experience with clinical data analytics and population health management

Nationally Recognized. Community Focused.

Community Memorial Healthcare is proud to earn the 2026 Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ from Healthgrades, placing Community Memorial Hospital – Ventura among the top 15% of hospitals nationwide and one of only 13 hospitals in Southern California recognized for patient experience excellence. Extraordinary patient care begins with extraordinary teams.

View all of our awards and accreditations and learn more about us as you explore career opportunities with a team committed to compassionate, award-winning care.

Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on – and answer to – the communities we serve.

Community Memorial Healthcare Benefits

To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Healthcare takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That’s why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family’s health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMH has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMH is here for you and your family every step of the way.

• Competitive Pay
• Shift Differentials
• In-House Registry Rates
• Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Recognition programs
• Employee service recognition events
• Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts
• National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

Community Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We strive to promote an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work in our community.

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