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Job description
About the VA's Mission
The Department of Veterans Affairs is dedicated to honoring America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. VA leaders help shape the future of care by integrating technology, data, and clinical expertise to serve those who have served our country.
Position Overview
As Chief Informatics Officer (CIO) at the Fresno VA, you will oversee and administer clinical informatics, data analysis and validation, software/hardware training, and troubleshooting across all VACCHCS facilities. You will be responsible for testing and validating systems, deploying Electronic Health Record Modernization (Cerner) across VACCHCS sites, and coordinating with VISN 21 facilities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Lead clinical informatics strategy, data management, analytics, and training initiatives to optimize patient care
Analyze and interpret diverse data sets (including from Clinical Data Warehouse, VISTA, VSSC, Pyramid Analytics) to support care delivery
Oversee and coordinate Cerner EHR implementation and integration across all facilities
Serve as a change management leader-evaluate, streamline, and enhance clinical and administrative data processes
Provide direct patient care that is compassionate, effective, and appropriate, supporting the full spectrum of health and wellness
Apply advanced biomedical, clinical, and social science knowledge to clinical care and staff education
Drive user experience improvements, workflow redesign, and technology adoption
Support compliance with information security, data governance, and regulatory standards
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and respect
Other executive duties as assigned
Outstanding Benefits & Retirement
Salary: $225,000-$400,000 per year (plus potential incentives)
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription from Day 1
Retirement:
Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS): Government-backed pension
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP): up to 5% VA matching, separate from pension
Paid Leave: 26 annual leave days, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, up to 5 CME days
Life Insurance: Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI)
Malpractice Protection: Free liability coverage
CME Support and EDRP: Up to $200,000 in tax-free loan repayment (eligibility/location dependent)
Exceptional Quality of Life in Fresno, CA
Live in an affordable Central California city with great schools, a warm climate, and proximity to Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks. Enjoy farm-to-table dining, a lively arts scene, and outdoor adventures.
Ready to Drive Innovation for Veterans' Health?
Lead informatics transformation in a mission-driven, collaborative environment. Apply today!
Worksite address
fresno, CA, 93650, US
Who can apply
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