Manager, Clinical Informatics

Company Description

Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers.  We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director, Digital Health, the Manager, Clinical Informatics is a key leadership role driving the integration of clinical practice and technology to improve patient outcomes. You will:

• Drive Strategic Initiatives: Lead the planning, implementation, and optimization of clinical information systems (e.g., EHRs) to enhance care delivery, safety, and efficiency.
• Own End-to-End Project Leadership: Oversee project planning, resource allocation, budgeting, and implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and regulatory standards.
• Develop High-Performing Teams: Manage the full employee lifecycle for the Clinical Informatics team, including recruitment, coaching, performance evaluation, and professional development—fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Champion Collaboration: Partner with clinical programs, IT, and leadership to translate frontline needs into technology solutions that streamline workflows and improve outcomes.
• Lead the planning, implementation, optimization, and evaluation of clinical information systems—including electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical decision support tools—to enhance care delivery and operational efficiency
• Provide vision and direction for clinical informatics strategy, data governance, system interoperability, and emerging technologies to support safe, evidence-based care and continuous quality improvement
• Partner with clinical program teams to identify informatics needs, align technology with clinical workflows, and ensure systems support organizational goals and evidence-based practices
• Oversee training, change management, and education initiatives to support effective system use and adoption. Leverage quality improvement & change management methodologies and workflow analysis to drive outcomes
• Serve as a key liaison between clinicians, IT, and administrative teams to bridge clinical practice with technology. Translate priorities, facilitate collaboration, and drive user-centered system design
• Provide strategic direction on data governance, interoperability, and analytics to drive quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and informed clinical decision-making
• Ensure all data governance and reporting activities comply with PHIPA/PIPEDA, Accreditation Canada standards and Ministry of Health directives
• Conduct periodic data-quality audits and gap analyses; develop corrective action plans to address completeness, accuracy or timeliness issues.
• Maintain incident-response protocols for data breaches or integrity violations, coordinating with Privacy, Legal and IT Security teams to remediate risks.
• Manage and mentor the Clinical Informatics team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and professional growth through coaching, performance evaluation, and knowledge sharing.
• Oversee training programs for clinical staff, monitor system performance, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, privacy laws, and accreditation standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, or a related health discipline (Master’s preferred)
• At least 5 years of experience in a complex, integrated clinical informatics environment
• Regulated Health Professional with registration in good standing with a regulatory college, required.
• Proven leadership experience including supervising, providing technical advice and guidance to healthcare leaders, overseeing transformational projects across a complex group with competing priorities
• Strong understanding of clinical workflows and data standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR).
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Ontario’s healthcare landscape, including provincial EHR initiatives and standards.
• Demonstrated proficiency, with certification strongly preferred, in Project Management (e.g., PMI), Process Improvement (e.g., LEAN), or Health Information Management Systems (e.g., CPHIMS) preferred
• Expertise in clinical information systems, data management, and analytics.
• Ability to bridge clinical and technical domains effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., Cerner, Epic, Meditech, or other EHR systems).
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills to engage diverse stakeholders.

Additional Information

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Hours: Monday and Wednesday; 7.5 hour day shifts; 0800 - 1600 (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary: $53.083 to $65.767 per hour

Date posted: August 21, 2025

Internal applicants due by: August 28, 2025

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.  In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

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