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Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health

Associate Chief Medical Informatics Officer - East Region (New Jersey)

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, United States,


This role would be 0.7 FTE as the Associate Chief Medical Informatics Officer and 0.3 FTE clinical in the specialty of the person hired.The Associate Chief Medical Informatics Officer (ACMIO) for the East Region of Jefferson Health is the physician leader responsible for the overall relationship between Information Services and Technology (IS&T), the Office of Clinical Informatics (OCI), and the Jefferson Health provider community across the northern divisions of the organization. The ACMIO represents the regional voice of the provider to guide critical decision-making regarding direction and user experience of technology solutions, including thought leadership around new innovations aligned with the strategic goals and objectives of the medical enterprise. The ACMIO is responsible for driving enterprise and divisional standardization of the use and adoption of technology solutions and associated workflows to promote high quality, safe, and efficient patient-centered care. The ACMIO leverages significant leadership presence and diplomacy to obtain appropriate balance between standardization and provider personalization. As an IS&T representative to the provider community, the ACMIO advocates for the technology that advances productivity, quality, and wellbeing through various committees, clinical initiatives, and frequent informal interactions. The ACMIO is an essential partner to the enterprise CMIO, the other divisional ACMIOs, and the entire nursing informatics team to identify and develop solutions that blend clinical, technology, and informatics principles to meet all necessary business requirements. The ACMIO is an advocate for clinicians and patients, helping them leverage technology effectively. Strong clinical experience, analytical skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities are critical in building the information technology for today and the future. The ACMIO reports directly to the Enterprise CMIO and maintains a strong working relationship with divisional medical and operational leaders.Description of Job Responsibilities:Provide clinical leadership with the design, implementation, adoption and meaningful use of Jefferson Health’s advanced health information technology platform. Engage care providers in the development, integration and use of the organization’s systems. Participate in the governance, planning and prioritizing of projects in support of clinical and business needs. Work closely with analysts and clinical IS&T staff to provide valuable insights on data collected from customers. Manage strategic partnerships with key institutions. Build relationships with potential customers to gain support for IT initiatives. In partnership with the informatics team and other leaders, drive Jefferson Health to increase value by improving the health of populations while improving the patient experience and reducing health care costs. Promote the use of Jefferson Health’s IS&T systems to improve the worklife of clinicians and staff. Represent the needs and requirements of the regional physician community and serve as an advocate for management in promoting the use of information technology in the clinical setting.Leading Change – Acts as a catalyst for organizational change in partnership with the informatics leadership team. Influences others to translate vision into action. Brings about strategic change to meet organizational goals. Adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Deals effectively with pressure, remains optimistic and persistent, and recovers quickly from setbacks. Formulates objectives and priorities, and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization. Capitalizes on opportunities and manages risks.Leading People - Leads people toward meeting the organization’s vision, mission, and goals. Provides an inclusive workplace that fosters development, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Encourages workforce engagement by building a commitment to excellence and promoting the organization’s vision. Delegates responsibility, clarifies expectations, and holds others accountable for achieving results. Operates with transparency and treats sensitive information appropriately. Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute by providing ongoing feedback and opportunities to learn.Results Driven - Exceeds organizational goals and customer expectations. Makes decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Holds self and others accountable for high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Delivers high-quality services and is committed to continuous improvement. Fosters a culture of safe and compassionate patient care.Education Requirements:MD or DO degree required. Board certification in Medical Informatics or equivalent education and work experience preferred. Other advanced education, such as Master’s degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or Business Administration, is highly desirable.Licensure/Certification Requirements:Board certification in American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) medical specialty. ABMS Member Certification in Clinical Informatics preferred.Professional Experience Requirements:Requires a minimum of 5 years of clinical work experience as an attending physician, with at least 3 years of demonstrated incremental leadership experience in EHR management and informatics.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:Understands and applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to clinical informatics expertise.

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