Director of Clinical Informatics – Permanent – Waimea, HI

Domnovate; Waimea/Kamuela (HI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Domnovate is seeking a Director of Informatics in Waimea, Hawaii to lead clinical information systems, data governance and technology-enabled improvements in patient care. This on-site, direct-hire role oversees EMR specialists, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and travels regionally as needed.

The position requires a Master’s in informatics or related field, at least seven years in healthcare informatics with leadership experience, and applicable Hawaii licensure.

Qualifications

• Seven years of healthcare informatics or related experience.
• Three years of managerial supervisory experience.
• Current Hawaii RN license or Hawaii license to practice medicine as an MD or DO.

Responsibilities

• Guide informatics strategy and design, implementation, optimization and support of clinical systems.
• Lead clinical workflow and data analysis, reporting, change management and quality improvement initiatives.
• Partner with clinical, administrative, information systems and analytics teams to improve safety and care outcomes.
• Oversee data governance, integrity, privacy, security and interoperability.
• Supervise clinical informatics and EMR specialists, including training and performance evaluation.

Skills

Leadership

Data governance

Clinical informatics

Healthcare data analysis

Education

Master’s degree in Informatics or related field

PhD or DNP preferred

Job description

Shape clinical technology and patient care

$150,000–$160,000 per year | Permanent, full-time | Waimea, Hawaii

Our Client is seeking a Director of Informatics to lead clinical information systems, data governance and technology-enabled improvements in patient care. This direct-hire role is employed by Our Client and includes on-site responsibilities, regional facility travel and a flexible schedule that may involve evenings, weekends, holidays or extended hours.

Your impact

• Guide informatics strategy and the design, implementation, optimization and support of clinical systems.
• Lead clinical workflow and data analysis, reporting, change management and quality improvement initiatives.
• Partner with clinical, administrative, information systems and analytics teams to improve safety and care outcomes.
• Oversee data governance, integrity, privacy, security and interoperability.
• Supervise clinical informatics and electronic medical record specialists, including training, coaching and performance evaluation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Informatics, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Information Systems, Nursing Informatics, Biomedical Informatics or a related field; relevant substitutions may be considered. A related PhD or DNP is preferred.
• Current Hawaii RN license or Hawaii license to practice medicine as an MD or DO.
• Seven years of healthcare informatics or related experience, including at least two and one-half years of clinical or technical experience in a critical access hospital.
• At least three years of managerial supervisory experience, including team performance, mentorship, conflict resolution and multidisciplinary leadership.
• At hire, hold at least one source-listed credential: CPHIMS, CAHIMS, ANCC Informatics Nursing (RN-BC), ABPM Clinical Informatics Board Certification, AHIMA health information certification, PMP or CHDA. Exact credential applicability will be confirmed during review.
• Knowledge of electronic health records, clinical workflows, healthcare privacy and compliance, data governance and interoperability; strong analytical, communication and leadership skills.
• A current Hawaii type 3 driver’s license is preferred.

Experience with analytics and reporting tools, large informatics projects and clinical decision support is desirable. Applicants must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Tentative start is December 1, 2026, subject to confirmation.

*Pay: $150,000–$160,000 per year. Actual compensation will vary based on the assignment, schedule, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. For eligible travelers, total compensation may include both taxable W-2 wages and separate travel reimbursements under Domnovate Healthcare’s travel reimbursement policy. Travel reimbursement eligibility and amounts are determined independently based on the employee’s circumstances, assignment location, and applicable reimbursement guidelines.