Clinical Informatics Director (Remote)

The Clinical Informatics Director (MD/DO) role at GovCIO is a senior, fully remote position based in the United States, offering a fixed annual salary of $231,032.39. You will lead clinical strategy for complex healthcare technology projects, bridging clinical practice and digital health solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic clinical leadership for large‑scale health IT initiatives, ensuring alignment with provider workflows and patient outcomes.
• Act as the primary liaison between clinical teams, IT architects, and executive stakeholders.
• Develop, validate, and govern clinical content, decision support, and data models within electronic health record (EHR) and ancillary systems.
• Oversee usability testing, clinical validation, and change‑management activities across remote implementation sites.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams in the design, integration, and optimization of telehealth, analytics, and population‑health platforms.
• Ensure compliance with US federal regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, and Public Trust suitability requirements.
• Mentor physicians, nurses, and informatics staff, fostering a culture of evidence‑based digital transformation.

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree, board‑certified, with at least 8 years of clinical practice experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in health informatics, EHR implementation, or clinical decision support leadership.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, multi‑vendor health IT projects in a remote or distributed environment.
• Strong knowledge of interoperability standards (FHIR, HL7, CCD), data analytics, and population health tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills; ability to translate technical concepts for clinical audiences.
• Eligibility for United States Suitability/Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with GovCIO’s portfolio of federal health programs.
• Experience with Agile/SAFe project methodologies.
• Publications or presentations in clinical informatics conferences.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible schedule.
• Competitive salary of $231,032.39 per year.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Professional development stipend and support for certifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this position fully remote?

Yes, the Clinical Informatics Director role is 100% remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in the United States.

What clearance is required for this job?

Candidates must be eligible for United States Suitability/Public Trust clearance.

What is the salary for this role?

The position offers a fixed annual salary of $231,032.39.