Clinical Decision Support Informaticist – Remote

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

 

The Clinical Decision Support (CDS) Informaticist is a strategic contributor to advancing informed clinical decision-making through robust CDS solutions. Leveraging critical thinking and the principles of the 5 Rights of CDS, this role focuses on delivering the right information to the right person, in the right format, through the right channel, at the right time assuring clarity, relevance, and impact in every intervention. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to optimize workflows, support evidence-based practice, and improve patient outcomes.

 

If you live in Waukesha, WI surrounding area, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Apply advanced critical thinking to evaluate clinical requirements and workflows, guiding thoughtful integration of CDS tools aligned with the 5 Rights framework
• Partner with IT, clinical staff, and other teams to design, implement, and continuously refine CDS assets including alerts, rules, and order sets
• Interpret and analyze clinical data to generate actionable insights that support precision, safety, and efficiency in decision-making
• Facilitate collaborative design sessions and feedback loops to create interventions with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment with practice standards and user experience
• Synthesize data to support continuous monitoring of outcomes and impact of CDS tools implemented in EHR
• Navigating complexity and competing priorities with resilience and problem-solving acuity, addressing emergent needs while maintaining strategic focus on quality improvement

 

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. 

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent education and experience
• Clinical degree or certification (e.g., RN, RRT, CMA)
• 3+ years of clinical experience in acute or ambulatory care settings
• Experience with CDS development, healthcare informatics, or EHR design/build

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• RN
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information from varied data sources, recognizing patterns and guiding nuanced decisions
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining focus, accuracy, and responsiveness
• Proven solid collaborative skills, promoting trust and transparency across remote and onsite teams
• Proven comfort with tools that support project coordination and communication (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Zoom, etc.)
• Proven clear, concise written and verbal communication tailored to clinical and technical audiences
• Proven self-directed and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement
• Proven active listening and respectful engagement in virtual and in-person settings
• Proven accountability to timelines, deliverables, and organizational standards

 

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $71,200 to $127,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes – an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.  

 

 

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.