Clinical Informatics Specialist 4

University of California- Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

UC Davis Health is seeking a Clinical Informatics Specialist within the Enterprise Analytics and Data Services (EADS) team to support the Emergency Medicine DSU. You will contribute to clinical, operational, research, and academic data needs by designing, validating, and translating data into actionable insights.

The role requires 8+ years of clinical data experience, proficiency in SQL and Python, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to build scalable analytics products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Health Informatics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Information Management Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in analysis, retrieval and management of clinical data from healthcare software systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Databricks, Snowflake, AWS, Azure) for scalable products.
• Experience with data ingestion, transformation, and quality frameworks (Fivetran, dbt, Monte Carlo).
• Proficiency in SQL and Python for data transformation and modeling.
• Version control and collaborative development workflows.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• 60% - Data Acquisition, Curation, and Analysis
• 30% - System Design and Maintenance
• 10% - Business Development and Strategy

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analysis

Data modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Health Informatics or related field

Master's degree preferred in Health Informatics or related field

Tools

Databricks

Snowflake

Tableau

Power BI

Epic Clarity/Caboodle

Job description

#CA-FT

The Clinical Informatics Specialist position is within the Enterprise Analytics and Data Services (EADS) department and is a member of the organization's analytics and data services function. The position primarily supports the Emergency Medicine Domain Specific Unit (DSU), contributing to clinical, operational, research, and academic data needs. As directed by DSU leadership, the Clinical Informatics Specialist takes part in all aspects of the design, development, and implementation of data and analytical products for the Emergency Medicine Domain. This includes requirements gathering, data retrieval from multiple sources, data quality assurance, statistical data validation, semantic curation, data architecture, and data transformation and translation. The incumbent may also take part in other strategic initiatives, projects, and business development opportunities, including evaluating and enhancing our suite of data tools and advising on data strategy.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and/or training in Health Informatics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Information Management Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience or equivalent relevant experience, in the analysis, retrieval and management of clinical data from a healthcare software system.
• Experience with modern cloud and data platforms (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake, AWS, Azure) for designing and implementing scalable products that serve diverse use cases.
• Experience with data ingestion, transformation, and quality frameworks (e.g., Fivetran, dbt, Monte Carlo) for maintaining reliable pipelines across enterprise sources.
• Experience with of data visualization principles and BI tool capabilities (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) sufficient to design data models that support downstream reporting and self-service analytics.
• Experience with healthcare data standards and source systems (e.g., OMOP, Epic Clarity/Caboodle), including cohort discovery platforms.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python for data transformation, pipeline development, and query optimization, applied through sound data modeling, scalable design, and metadata management.
• Proficiency with version control and collaborative development workflows, including branching strategies, pull requests, and code review.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear technical documentation and explain complex data concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Epic Clarity/Clinical Data Model accredited or certification
• Master's degree or equivalent experience/training in Health Informatics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Information Management Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with orchestration technologies (e.g., Dagster, Orchestra, Apache Airflow) for managing lineage, deployment, and reproducible workflows.
• Experience with AI agents to automate data quality orchestration, assessment, and forensic validation; utilized coding assistants and integrated existing model outputs into pipelines supporting conversational analytics applications.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to assess data quality, identify risks, and develop practical solutions in regulated environments.
• Demonstrated capacity to mentor team members and promote data quality standards and best practices across both technical teams and clinical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - Data Acquisition, Curation, and Analysis
• 30% - System Design and Maintenance
• 10% - Business Development and Strategy

Department Overview

The UC Davis Health Enterprise Analytics & Data Services (EADS) department serves as UC Davis Health's enterprise resource for data, analytics, and health computing, enabling the clinical, operational, research, and academic missions through data driven decision-making. EADS provides the infrastructure, tools, and expertise needed to transform data into actionable insights while developing and delivering enterprise analytics solutions, dashboards, and decision-support capabilities that advance strategic initiatives and improve organizational performance.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $8,959.26-$17,709.72 (Budgeted range: $8,959.26-$15,500.00)
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: 251
• UC Job Title: CLIN INFORMATICS SPEC 4 HX
• UC Job Code: 006361
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): MF 8-5
• Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165)
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e‑g, e‑cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements

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• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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