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Building Location: 6th Ave Building Department: 1019984 RESEARCH INFORMATICS - EIRH The Research Informatics Analyst II provides research informatics support to the Essentia Institute of Rural Health ...

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How much do healthcare informatics analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for healthcare informatics analyst in the United States is $85,609.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Healthcare Informatics Analyst?

A Healthcare Informatics Analyst is a professional who collects, analyzes, and interprets health data to improve patient care and healthcare operations. They work with electronic health records (EHRs) and other healthcare information systems to identify trends, ensure data accuracy, and support decision-making. Their work helps healthcare organizations enhance efficiency, comply with regulations, and improve patient outcomes by leveraging data-driven insights.

What is the difference between Healthcare Informatics Analyst vs Healthcare Data Analyst?

AspectHealthcare Informatics AnalystHealthcare Data Analyst
CredentialsBachelor's degree in health informatics, IT, or related field; certifications like CHDA or CPHIMSBachelor's degree in health informatics, data analysis, or related field; certifications like CPC or CPHIMS
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, health IT companies, research institutionsHospitals, insurance companies, healthcare consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in healthcare settings focusing on clinical data and health IT systemsUsed in healthcare settings focusing on data reporting and analytics

The Healthcare Informatics Analyst primarily focuses on managing and optimizing health information systems and clinical data, while the Healthcare Data Analyst emphasizes analyzing healthcare data for reporting and decision-making. Both roles require similar credentials and often work in healthcare environments, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What are some common challenges Healthcare Informatics Analysts face when integrating new data systems within a hospital setting?

Healthcare Informatics Analysts often encounter challenges such as ensuring data compatibility between legacy and new systems, maintaining patient data security and privacy, and facilitating user adoption among clinical staff. Coordinating with IT, clinical, and administrative teams is crucial to address workflow changes and minimize disruptions. Proactive communication, thorough testing, and ongoing training help mitigate these challenges and support successful integration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Healthcare Informatics Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Healthcare Informatics Analyst, you need strong analytical abilities, a solid understanding of healthcare processes, and typically a degree in health informatics, information systems, or a related field. Familiarity with EHR systems, data analytics tools (such as SQL, Tableau, or Python), and relevant certifications like Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) are highly valued. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for translating technical data into actionable healthcare insights. These competencies ensure accurate data-driven decision-making, improved patient outcomes, and enhanced healthcare operations.
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Infographic showing various Healthcare Informatics Analyst job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,609 per year, or $41.2 per hour.
Epic Nursing Informatics- RN

Epic Nursing Informatics- RN

Baton Rouge General

Baton Rouge, LA

Full-time

PTO

Posted 27 days ago


Baton Rouge General rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

699th of 1,019 rated hospitals


Job description

(Empowering Clinicians Through Smarter Systems)
What We're Looking For:
  • A collaborative, detail-oriented clinical professional who excels at bridging the gap between Information Systems and Patient Care.
  • Strong clinical experience (3-5 years), with bedside patient care preferred.
  • Experience in clinical or healthcare informatics (Analyst II requires 2+ years in informatics).
  • Proficiency with personal computers (2-3 years); PC hardware troubleshooting helpful.
  • Current Louisiana license as a clinical professional preferred; Registered Nurse required.
Experience Requirements:
  • Analyst I: Clinical experience in a healthcare environment, bedside patient care preferred (3-5 years).
  • Analyst II: Clinical experience in a healthcare environment, bedside patient care preferred (3-5 years), plus greater than 2 years of experience in clinical or healthcare informatics.
Why You'll Love Working With Us: At Baton Rouge General, our patients aren't the only people we take care of - we take care of our team too. We proudly offer employees the benefits and resources needed to thrive both at work and at home.
  • Comprehensive benefits for you and your family.
  • Professional development, education, and support.
  • Generous paid time off, flexible roles, and access to our Baton Rouge General Fit! program.
  • A nationally recognized leader in quality and one of the best healthcare employers in the state.
  • Explore employee perks:https://www.brgeneral.org/about/careers/perks
What You Will Do: Responsible for supporting clinical information systems across the hospital network. This includes planning, development, training, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of assigned clinical systems. Serves as a key resource between Information Systems (IS) and Patient Care departments for daily operational issues related to clinical applications.
  • Function as the clinical liaison between IS and Patient Care Areas.
  • Educate clinical staff on clinical applications within the Information System.
  • Assist users with identifying causes and solutions for computer-related issues.
  • Collaborate on developing and distributing information and training to clinical staff.
  • Provide cross-training for IS team members on clinical applications.
  • Work with patient care departments to evaluate enhancement or change requests and communicate feasibility and outcomes.
  • Provide clinical expertise during evaluation, implementation, and maintenance of clinical applications.
  • Perform master file and table maintenance for assigned applications.
  • Partner with technical experts to ensure applications meet interdisciplinary user needs.
  • Support development of education, training materials, and system documentation.
  • Maintain day-to-day functionality and security of clinical applications.
  • Participate in system testing prior to implementation.
  • Maintain knowledge of current healthcare technology trends.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What Sets BRG Apart: At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar for healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health - one person at a time. Whether clinical or non-clinical, what you do here truly matters.
With over 600 licensed beds across three campuses, Baton Rouge General delivers the full spectrum of care - from welcoming newborns to providing compassionate hospice services. Our physician group serves Baton Rouge and surrounding communities with comprehensive primary and specialty care.
Ready to join a team that values your expertise, innovation, and dedication? Apply today and take the next step in your career with us.

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