Director of Health Informatics

Seacoast Mental Health Center•Portsmouth, NH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Health Informatics supports Seacoast Mental Health Center’s strategic initiatives by developing data strategies and using advanced analytics to improve patient care, enhance service delivery, and inform clinical and operational decision-making. The position oversees SMHC’s data positions and data requirements associated with Federal, State, Local, and Agency reporting and grant projects. This is an in-office position.

Requirements

Master’s degree in data science or a related field of study.
Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
SQL skills.
Experience with data visualization tools, including Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft Fabric.
Data analysis experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Power Automate, and Power Apps.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively as part of a team.
Ability to prioritize projects and data requests.
Strong interest in data and continuous learning.
Ability to exercise judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria; determine assignment objectives with significant latitude; and take calculated risks in consultation with experts.
Ability to analyze complex situations or data in depth, consider variable factors, and construct and pursue alternative paths toward solutions.
Creativity and analytical thinking to address challenges and stay current with data-processing tools and best practices.
Ability to make decisions about data displays for decision-making, judge data accuracy, and make predictions based on historical data.
Ability to perform the primary functions of the job and meet its physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation or mechanical aids.

Responsibilities

Supervise data positions.
Create dashboards to showcase data associated with SMHC’s programs, grants, and strategic initiatives.
Develop predictive models to identify high-risk patients and forecast health outcomes.
Optimize operational workflows through data-informed analysis of patient flow and resource utilization.
Monitor and improve quality of care by tracking performance metrics and identifying areas for improvement.
Evaluate SMHC programs and initiatives using statistical and analytical methods.
Collaborate and communicate with clinical and leadership teams to translate data insights into actionable strategies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Assign work activities; train, coach, counsel, and mentor direct reports; and approve time off.
Represent the organization in frequent inter-organizational and outside customer service/vendor contacts, monitor activities, and communicate information across the organization.