Informatics Specialist

Overview

The Saint Louis County Department of Public Health is seeking a solutions-driven professional to serve as an Informatics Specialist
. This position reports to the Manager of Informatics and is responsible for supporting the implementation, functionality, and ongoing optimization of Epic, the department’s electronic health record (EHR) system. The role works closely with clinical staff, program staff, division leadership, and technical partners to ensure data integrity, enhance system functionality, and support the collection, analysis, and use of data to inform decision making.

• Competitive Average Salary: Typical starting salary is $27.37 - $32.84 per hour, based on your work experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). Learn more about St. Louis County benefits ouiscountymo.gov.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: We participate in this program to support your financial future.
• Flexible Work Environment: Benefit from a hybrid work model that supports work‑life design.

• Serve as a primary support resource for Epic.
• Assist with the configuration, maintenance, testing, and optimization of Epic workflows and system functionality.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data maintained within Epic and related health information systems.
• Provide daily technical support and troubleshooting assistance to staff utilizing Epic, integrated applications, and related public health data systems.
• Collaborate with clinical, operational, and informatics teams to evaluate workflows and support process improvements aligned with Epic system capabilities.
• Support system upgrades, implementations, training activities, and issue resolution related to Epic and associated technologies.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, reports, dashboards, data extracts, and data validation processes to support operational, leadership, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform routine data quality audits and validation checks to maintain data integrity and compliance.
• Create high-quality data visualization products and informatics materials for consumption by decision makers and to support public‑facing data efforts.

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in public health, informatics, multimedia, visual arts, computer programming, or related field.
• At least two years of related professional work experience.
• Preference may be given to applications with the following experience:
  • Working with public health or healthcare data systems, including electronic health record systems.
  • Administering, supporting, or optimizing Epic or similar electronic health record platforms.
  • Supporting system implementation, upgrades, testing, workflow documentation, or user training.
  • Developing reports, dashboards, data extracts, or data visualizations to support operational decision making.
  • Knowledge of data quality standards, data governance, and data security practices.
  • Experience working in a public health, governmental, or healthcare setting.

In support of commitment to the health, safety, and wellness of all staff and to be compliant with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Omnibus COVID‑19 Health Care Staff Vaccination Rule, the Department of Public Health requires all newly hired employees to provide proof of COVID‑19 vaccination. Acceptable forms of proof include CDC COVID‑19 vaccination cards (or legible photo), documentation from a health care provider, electronic health record, or state immunization information system record.

New employees must be fully vaccinated prior to starting service for the Department, and adherence to this policy is a condition of employment. Full vaccination means having received a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) approved vaccine or vaccine series, consisting of two doses of either of the two‑dose vaccines or one dose of the single‑dose vaccine.

For moderately or severely immunocompromised individuals, a primary series consists of a 3‑dose series of an mRNA COVID‑19 vaccine or one dose of the Janssen COVID‑19 Vaccine.…