Director of Clinical Informatics at Peachtree Orthopedics Atlanta, GA

Director of Clinical Informatics

Peachtree Orthopedics — Atlanta, GA.

Hybrid schedule: 40% in‑office (Atlanta), 60% remote. In‑person attendance required for team and leadership meetings. Travel to multiple clinic locations within the Atlanta area.

We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Clinical Informatics to lead strategic initiatives that bridge healthcare technology and clinical operations. This role will oversee key teams including MIPS compliance, clinical informatics, clinical research and patient outcomes to improve care delivery through data‑driven insights and system optimization.

• Lead implementation, optimization, and maintenance of clinical information systems (Athena EMR)
• Develop strategies to improve workflows, provider efficiency, and patient outcomes
• Oversee MIPS compliance and quality management programs
• Direct patient‑reported outcomes data collection and reporting
• Manage clinical research initiatives and data integration
• Collaborate with Clinical Integrated Networks and IT teams
• Drive value‑based care initiatives through analytics and outcome tracking
• Design provider education on EMR utilization and workflow efficiency
• Manage e‑prescribing systems for compliance
• Ensure seamless integration and interface performance (HL7, API, etc.)
• Serve as liaison between clinical and IT teams
• Supervise informatics, research, and quality teams
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Strategic thinking and change management
• Analytical thinking and data interpretation
• Strong communication and team leadership
• Workflow optimization and quality improvement
• Budget management and cost control
• Adaptability and problem‑solving
• Project management and cross‑functional collaboration
• Reasoning ability:
  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Health Informatics or clinical field (Master’s preferred)
• 3–5 years’ experience in clinical informatics or healthcare technology leadership
• Extensive experience with Athena EMR system
• Proven track record in MIPS reporting and quality program oversight
• Background in clinical research and outcomes data management
• Understanding of value‑based care models and quality metrics
• Experience managing system interfaces and healthcare interoperability

• Certification in Healthcare Information Management
• Clinical background (RN, NP, PA, PT/OT, ATC)
• Athena EMR certification or advanced training

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to handle files, computers, and phones;

reach with hands and arms. Frequent and regular repetitive movements required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The employee will operate a keyboard, calculator, telephone, copy machine, computer and other office equipment as necessary. The employee frequently is required to move all extremities within full range of motion as well as stoop and bend at 90 degrees. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

This is a full‑time position. It may require long hours and occasional travel to satellite locations.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work in an open and potentially distracting office environment; must communicate verbally, listen effectively, and handle stressful situations including confrontation.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required. Must have a quiet remote workspace and high‑speed internet. Occasionally lift up to 10 lbs.; mostly sedentary office work. May require occasional evening or weekend work during key initiatives. On‑call availability for critical systems support.

Peachtree Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.