Senior Clinical Informaticist UC Davis Health

• 4.0 Sacramento, CA Job Details Full-time $8,959.26
• $17,709.

72 a month 14 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Data model design Cloud analytics services Data visualization software proficiency Content creation for technical audiences Data Integration (Data management) Cloud data warehouses Data modeling projects Data retrieval time improvement Scalable systems Schema design SQL Technical solutions implementation Data Architecture Design (Architecture design skills) Business intelligence tools Data integrity process (data warehousing) IT experience within healthcare Clinical information systems Version control systems Software documentation Scalability Health information management Technical writing experience within technology Query management Clinical data analysis Data visualization projects Information management Python Health informatics Design (software development lifecycle) Healthcare data reporting Full Job Description Job Summary This position develops expertise and informatics technology to enable clinicians, researchers, and staff to improve patient health outcomes and advance toward a learning system at UC Davis Health (UCDH). The Clinical Informatics Specialist has a functional reporting relationship to the Enterprise Analytics and Data Services within the division of Information Technology and serves as a key member of the Pharmacy Domain Specific Unit (DSU) under the Pharmacy Manager. The Clinical Informatics Specialist participates in all aspects of the design, development, and implementation of data and analytical products for the Pharmacy domain, as prioritized by leadership. Responsibilities include requirements gathering, data acquisition from multiple sources, data quality assurance, statistical data validation, semantic curation, data architecture, and data transformation and translation. The incumbent may also contribute to strategic initiatives and business development efforts by evaluating and enhancing data tools and advising on data strategy. #CA-DS Apply By Date 8/28 /2026 at 11:59pm PST 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 or training in Health Informatics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Information Management Systems, Computer Science, or a related field Eight (8) years of 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, compliance-aware data products that serve clinical and operational use cases 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 across research, clinical, and operational domains 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 or training in Health Informatics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Information Management Systems, Computer Science, or a related field Experience with data ingestion, high-performance streaming, transformation, and quality frameworks (e.g., Fivetran, dbt, Orchestra) for maintaining reliable pipelines across clinical and enterprise sources 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 and Data Services (EADS), part of Information Technology, exists to support UCDH through the provisioning of well characterized and trustworthy data and analytic products.

Our mission is to develop best practices in informatics to guide the acquisition, transmission, semantic curation, characterization, protection, and delivery of data, thereby enabling a learning healthcare system through the generation of reusable enterprise data assets and collaborative partnerships.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary or Pay Range:

$ 8,959.26

• $ 17,709.

72

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): 8 hour

Location:

UCD School of Medicine (SOMUCDMC)

Union Representation:

HX-Healthcare Professionals Benefits Eligible:

Yes This position is 100% on-site 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-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Special Requirements
• Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position 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 To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks