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How much do nutrition informatics jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for nutrition informatics in Washington is $96,961.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,100.00 and $113,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Nutrition Informatics job?

A Nutrition Informatics job involves using data, technology, and information systems to improve nutrition care, research, and public health. Professionals in this field work with electronic health records, dietary assessment tools, and data analytics to enhance clinical decision-making and health outcomes. They may collaborate with healthcare providers, researchers, and policymakers to optimize nutrition programs and interventions. This role requires knowledge of both nutrition science and informatics principles to manage and analyze food and health-related data effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Nutrition Informatics position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Nutrition Informatics, you need a strong background in nutrition or dietetics combined with expertise in data analysis, information management, and healthcare technology. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), nutrition analysis software, and relevant certifications such as Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or health informatics credentials are highly valued. Exceptional analytical thinking, teamwork, and clear communication skills are crucial for interpreting data and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure that nutrition-related data is efficiently managed, shared, and leveraged to improve patient care and public health outcomes.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in Nutrition Informatics?

Professionals in Nutrition Informatics often spend their days evaluating and managing nutrition-related data within electronic health systems, developing or implementing technology solutions to streamline dietetic practices, and ensuring accurate data reporting for clinical and research purposes. They collaborate closely with dietitians, healthcare IT staff, and other clinicians to identify information needs, improve workflows, and solve data-related challenges. Responsibilities also include training staff on new software, staying current with industry standards, and supporting data-driven decision-making to enhance patient care. This dynamic role offers a mix of technical, analytical, and collaborative tasks, making it both impactful and diverse in the healthcare setting.

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Electronic Health Records Manager

Electronic Health Records Manager

Community of Hope

Washington, DC • On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Electronic Health Records Manager
Washington, DC On-Site $90K - $100K Washington Post Top Workplace (8x winner)
Community of Hope is seeking a EHR Manager to make a lasting impact on how care is delivered at Community of Hope. The EHR Manager provides leadership that ensures our electronic health record is dependable, user-friendly, and designed to support exceptional, patient-centered care. By bridging Operations, IT, and Clinical Services, you'll translate frontline needs into meaningful system improvements and coordinate training and support that help our teams deliver their best work. This position is a full-time position located at our Conway Health and Resource Center in SW DC.
Our Approach and Values:
  • We celebrate people's strengths and acknowledge the impact of trauma on people's lives.
  • We embrace diversity, welcome all voices, and treat everyone with respect and compassion.
  • We lead and advocate for changes to make systems more equitable.
  • We strive for excellence and value integrity in all that we do

What You'll Do
  • Lead EHR governance and roadmap development in collaboration with Health Operations, IT, and clinical leadership.
  • Chair regular EHR meetings with eClinicalWorks (eCW) and internal stakeholders to review tickets, enhancements, and new features.
  • Represent EHR operations in Health Leadership Team meetings to surface system issues, communicate changes, and ensure accountability
  • Approve system changes, patches, and upgrades after testing and validation.
  • Ensure appropriate backup, data integrity, and downtime procedures are documented and integrated across departments
  • Partner with DCPCA, CRISP, and eLoom on data integration, reporting, and system interoperability
  • Collaborate with Quality Improvement (QI) and Billing teams to ensure accurate data capture for UDS, HRSA, and other compliance metrics
  • Oversee user access governance and role-based permissions in eCW
  • Develop and oversee training plans for providers, nursing, midwives, care coordinators, dental staff, and other health operations users
  • Supervise the EHR System Administrator and partner closely with IT Support, IT Systems, and Network teams

Requirements
Must-Haves:
  • Bachelor's degree in Health Informatics, Information Systems, or a related field required
  • Minimum 5 years of experience managing or supporting an enterprise-class EHR
  • Demonstrated success in cross-functional leadership bridging clinical, operational, and IT teams
  • Strong knowledge of HIPAA, data governance, and compliance frameworks
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and change management skills

Nice-to-Haves:
  • Master's degree preferred
  • At least 2 years with eClinicalWorks (eCW) strongly preferred
  • Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or multi-site healthcare environment strongly preferred

Why You'll Love Working Here!
At COH, we prioritize the following well-being and work-life balance-centered benefits:
  • 8 x Washington Post 150 Top Workplaces winner
  • 8-hour workdays with paid lunch
  • 3 weeks vacation (additional week after two years), 2 weeks sick leave, + 11.5 paid holidays and one personal floating holiday on an annual basis.
  • Annual performance-based raises, up to 5% of your annual pay
  • Tuition reimbursement & loan repayment (NHSC & DCHPLRP), Licensing reimbursement & CEU funding
  • Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance + 403(b) retirement
  • Leadership development, internal promotions and career growth opportunities
  • A culture grounded in equity, compassion, and well-being

About Us:
Community of Hope is a mission-driven, innovative, rapidly growing nonprofit, and Federally Qualified Health Center. For over 45 years, we have provided health and housing services, perinatal care coordination, and community support services to make Washington, DC more equitable. Community of Hope also strongly emphasizes maternal and child health, with midwifery practice and the only free-standing birth center in DC. We are honored to be one of DC's largest providers of housing and homelessness prevention services for families and individuals throughout DC. Through our Family Success Center, our WIC nutrition centers, and our various partnerships, we have reached hundreds and believe that everyone in DC deserves to be healthy, housed, and hopeful.
With the help of our amazing staff, we have successfully provided:
  • 50,000+ medical visits
  • 6,300+ dental visits
  • 17,000+ emotional wellness visits
  • 1,384 families and 220 individuals with housing/homelessness prevention services

Ready to bring hope and health to our DC community? Apply today! To request a reasonable accommodation to complete an employment application or for general questions about employment with Community of Hope, contact a Recruiting Coordinator. Email: hr@cohdc.org
Phone: 202-407-7747
Community of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary Description
$90,000 - $100,000