Clinical Informaticist

American Unit, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

American Unit, Inc. seeks a Clinical Informaticist to serve as a subject matter expert in clinical data and quality measurement, supporting clinical evaluators, product teams, and data validation initiatives.

The ideal candidate will understand clinical documentation, EHR systems, data interoperability, and recognized coding systems (SNOMED CT, LOINC, ICD, CPT, RxNorm). The role emphasizes collaboration across clinical and technical teams and data quality assurance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in clinical informatics, healthcare IT, or health information exchange environments.
• Strong understanding of clinical documentation, EHR systems, and data interoperability.
• Familiarity with SAS tools and analytics platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical SME for NC HealthConnex solution teams, providing insights on clinical concepts and data use cases.
• Support clinical evaluators with interpretation and validation of clinical resources and content.
• Provide clinical expertise and guidance in support of DAV and PSV processes.
• Assist with preparation, submission, and maintenance of documentation required for DAV certification.
• Contribute to Digital Quality Measurement (dQM) initiatives.
• Assist with aligning clinical data sources to quality measurement specifications.
• Collaborate with technical and clinical teams to identify and resolve data quality issues.
• Provide recommendations for improving accuracy and usability of clinical data within NC HealthConnex systems.
• Participate in product testing and validation for clinical functionality.

Skills

Clinical domain knowledge

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent work

Attention to detail

Data quality focus

Education

Clinical degree or licensure

Tools

SAS tools

Job description

The Clinical Informaticist acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in clinical data and quality measurement, providing critical support to clinical evaluators, product teams, and data validation initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong understanding of clinical documentation, EHR systems, and data interoperability


• Experience working with clinical coding systems such as SNOMED CT, LOINC, ICD, CPT, and RxNorm


• Experience with quality measurement programs and tools (e.g., HEDIS, eCQMs, dQM)


• Ability to bridge clinical and technical domains


• Familiarity with NC HealthConnex or other HIE platforms


• Experience with CMS Data Aggregator Validation (DAV) and Primary Source Validation (PSV) programs


• Understanding of HL7, FHIR, and other healthcare data standards


• Knowledge of SAS tools and analytics platforms is a plus


• Strong clinical and analytical skills


• Effective communication and collaboration across clinical and technical teams


• A detail-oriented and highly organized approach


• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment


• Commitment to data quality and health system improvement


• Ability to participate in product testing and technical validation

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Serve as a clinical SME for NC HealthConnex solution teams, providing insights on clinical concepts and data use cases.


• NCQA Data Aggregator Validation Program


• Support clinical evaluators with interpretation and validation of clinical resources and content.


• Provide clinical expertise and guidance in support of the NCQA Data Aggregator Validation program activities, including primary source validation (PSV) processes


• Assist with preparation, submission, and maintenance of documentation required for DAV certification.


• Digital Quality Measurement (dQM)


• Support the implementation and operationalization of the dQM engine.


• Assist with aligning clinical data sources and formats to quality measurement specifications.


• Data Quality Improvement


• Collaborate with technical and clinical teams to identify and resolve data quality issues.


• Provide recommendations for improving the accuracy, completeness, and usability of clinical data within NC HealthConnex systems.


• Product Development Support


• Contribute to new product development and enhancements by offering clinical perspectives that inform technical design.


• Participate in product testing and validation for clinical functionality.

Education:

• Clinical degree or licensure (e.g., RN, MD, NP, PharmD, or other licensed healthcare professional).


• 3+ years of experience in clinical informatics, healthcare IT, or health information exchange environments.