Clinical Informatics & Ontology Lead

For our client, we are seeking a Clinical Informatics & Ontology Lead to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space. This role will guide the strategy, governance, and operational use of clinical terminology and ontology assets across the organization. The individual will partner with technical, clinical, and business stakeholders to strengthen data normalization, improve data quality, and support scalable terminology services in a healthcare environment. The position plays a key role in aligning clinical data standards with implementation needs and in translating complex informatics concepts into practical action. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $135,000 – $160,000 annually Responsibilities Lead strategy and governance for clinical ontologies and terminology assets. Serve as the primary informatics lead for terminology services and mapping. Refine clinical normalization approaches for various healthcare data formats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate data implementation. Define data quality rules and identify gaps in data products. Support migration to scalable terminology services and ontology management. Evaluate data assets for clinical fit and prepare recommendations. Qualifications 10+ years in healthcare data, clinical informatics, or a related field with a Bachelor's degree, or 7+ years with a Master's degree. Deep expertise in ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, SNOMED CT, LOINC, and RxNorm. Proficiency in SQL for data analysis and validation. Experience designing and governing clinical normalization workflows. Strong communication skills to translate complex concepts for diverse stakeholders. Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple concurrent projects. Benefits Health insurance and life insurance options available. Company-paid disability coverage. 401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals. 18+ days of paid time off annually. Opportunities for professional development and growth. Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.