Health Informatics Specialist Jobs

Health Informatics Specialist jobs are open across hospitals, health systems, insurance payers, and government agencies, from entry-level analyst to senior and lead roles, with specializations in clinical data management, EHR implementation, and health data analytics. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles41
Top stateTexas
Top employerUS Department of Veterans Affairs
Top cityTyler, TX
Work type47% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Clinical Innovation & Informatics, Health Informatics BI Analyst
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Clinical Innovation & Informatics, Health Informatics BI Analyst
Siemens Healthineers
Remote
Business Analysis
Business Operations
Data Analytics
$113k - $156k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Quality Improvement Health Informatics Manager
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Quality Improvement Health Informatics Manager
Henry J Austin Health Center
Trenton, New Jersey
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
$39k - $53k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree
51-200

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Assistant/Associate Professor , Health Informatics and Data Analytics
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Assistant/Associate Professor , Health Informatics and Data Analytics
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Greensboro, North Carolina
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Marketing
Hybrid
Doctoral degree

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Health Informatics Specialist (Bioinformatics)
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Health Informatics Specialist (Bioinformatics)
National Institutes of Health
Montgomery County, MD
Project & Program Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$144k - $187k/yr
10,000+

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Clinical Informatics Specialist — Federal Health IT
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Clinical Informatics Specialist — Federal Health IT
Rackner
Remote
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
IT Support
Project & Program Management
Remote (US)
11-50

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Health Informatics Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

US Department of Veterans Affairs4 open roles
CHRISTUS Health3 open roles
Sutter Health2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in health informatics specialist jobs.

  • Proficiency with Epic, Cerner, or another major EHR platform
  • Bachelor's degree in health informatics, health information management, or a related field
  • Knowledge of HL7 and FHIR data exchange standards
  • RHIA, RHIT, or CHDA certification from AHIMA
  • Experience with clinical data analysis and reporting tools such as SQL or Tableau
  • Understanding of HIPAA privacy and security regulations

Tips for Your Health Informatics Specialist Job Search

Tailor your resume to EHR platforms

Name the specific EHR systems you've worked in, such as Epic, Cerner, or Meditech, and the modules you configured or trained on. Hiring managers screen for platform familiarity first, so generic 'EHR experience' buries your candidacy before anyone reads further.

Highlight interoperability and standards experience

Employers in this field prioritize candidates who understand HL7, FHIR, and ICD-10 coding standards. If you've built or maintained data pipelines that connect disparate clinical systems, describe the scope and outcome, not just the tools.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists health informatics specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that match your certification tier

Roles requiring RHIA, RHIT, or CHDA credentials are posted separately from those that treat certifications as preferred. Filter for postings that align with what you hold now so your application clears the initial screen without delay.

Prepare a data governance case study

Interviewers frequently ask how you've enforced data quality, managed access controls, or handled a compliance gap under HIPAA. Have one concrete example ready that walks through the problem, your actions, and the measurable result.

Negotiate scope before discussing compensation

In health informatics, role definitions vary widely between organizations. Before you counter on pay, clarify whether the position owns implementation, training, ongoing optimization, or all three, so your negotiation reflects the actual workload you're accepting.

Health Informatics Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most health informatics specialists?

US Department of Veterans Affairs, CHRISTUS Health, and Sutter Health are hiring the most health informatics specialists right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and Iowa, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large health systems and regional hospital networks account for the majority of active postings.

How many health informatics specialist jobs are remote?

About 53% of health informatics specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broad adoption of cloud-based EHR and telehealth platforms. Roles focused on data analysis, interoperability consulting, and health IT project management tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to on-site go-lives or staff training typically require in-person presence.

How do you become a health informatics specialist?

Start with a bachelor's degree in health informatics, health information management, nursing informatics, or a closely related field. Gain hands-on experience through internships, clinical rotations, or entry-level health IT support roles. Pursue an AHIMA credential such as the RHIT or RHIA to validate your expertise. From there, specialize in an EHR platform or a domain like interoperability or clinical data governance to sharpen your positioning for specialist-level roles.

Can you get a health informatics specialist job with little experience?

Yes, entry points exist for candidates early in their careers. Employers often hire recent graduates into junior analyst, EHR support, or health data coordinator roles that build toward a full specialist title. Earning a recognized certification while still in school, contributing to a capstone project involving real clinical data, and demonstrating familiarity with at least one major EHR system makes candidates competitive even without extensive work history.

What does the health informatics specialist interview process look like?

Most processes run three to four stages. An initial phone screen with HR covers your background and role fit. A technical interview or take-home assessment then tests your knowledge of EHR workflows, data standards, or SQL queries depending on the role's focus. A panel interview with clinical informatics staff and department leads follows, often including scenario questions about change management or HIPAA compliance. Some organizations add a final conversation with a hiring director before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to health informatics specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to health informatics specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your specialization, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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