Clinical Informatics Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Serves clinicians and other users, Information Services and the organization by supporting the information handling work of health care clinicians throughout the University Health System. Integrates clinical, computer and information sciences for the purposes of identifying, collecting, processing and managing data and information. This focus supports clinical practice, administration, education, research and the expansion of clinical knowledge. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited graduate or doctoral program in a specific health care profession (medicine, nursing, etc.) preferred. Five years required experience in clinical practice. Masters degree preferred. Post-graduate course and/or certification in clinical informatics preferred. LICENSURE Current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a Registered Nurse is required.