Chief Health Information Officer

Oregon Health & Science University - Portland, OR

Full-time - Executive

Portland, OR

Educational Services

About the position

The Chief Health Information Officer (CHIO) at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) provides executive leadership and management for the health system, focusing on the design, implementation, and utilization of clinical informatics solutions. The role aims to enhance safety, quality, patient experience, and value in healthcare delivery. The CHIO collaborates with clinical leadership and other stakeholders to ensure effective planning and evaluation of systems and services, while championing informatics as a tool for quality improvement and change. This position is crucial for aligning traditional and digital health solutions with population health management principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and management for clinical informatics solutions.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure patient involvement in system planning and evaluation.
• Champion the use of informatics for quality improvement and change.
• Build relationships with clinical leadership across various departments and institutes.
• Provide subject matter assistance on healthcare committees.

Requirements

• MD degree required.
• Formal training or experience in informatics necessary.
• 5-7 years of experience in medical information technology.
• Recent medical practice experience required.
• Board certified in clinical informatics.
• MD licensed to practice in the state of Oregon.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree (MBA, MHA, MS, MMM or equivalent preferred).
• Experience working in an Academic Medical Center with ties to community hospitals.
• Experience in mergers/acquisitions.
• Training in medical informatics is highly desirable.