Making a Difference: Careers in Health Informatics

Making a Difference: Careers in Health Informatics provides information about health informatics careers, including job options, qualifications, and a day in the life of professionals. It explores career opportunities across 6 related industries and highlights the skills and interests that can apply in many areas of the field. The book is helpful for students, professionals, and hiring managers interested in health informatics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 186 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Making a Difference: Careers in Health Informatics delves into the realm of health informatics, addressing the everyday inquiries of individuals aspiring to pursue careers in this field. This encompasses a wide range of professionals, including those working in healthcare, computer and technology sectors, information science, finance/insurance, and related areas. The primary objective of this book is to enlighten students about the diverse job opportunities available in the health informatics domain, the qualifications required to secure those positions, and a concise overview of the daily activities of individuals in those roles.

As faculty members involved in teaching a Master of Science in Health Informatics program, we consider ourselves fortunate to have enthusiastic, bright, and talented graduate students who are deeply invested in various health informatics areas. These areas may include experiences in medicine, nursing, clinical care, software engineering, finance, business, library science, data science, or caregiving. Frequently, we hear from our students questions that resonate with readers, such as: "What jobs are available in this field?" "What can I do with this degree?" and "What does a health informatics specialist do?"

To address these inquiries, this book takes a closer look into the daily lives of individuals working in health informatics across six interconnected industries. Our intention is to empower readers to recognize that their skills and interests can be applied in numerous areas within the field, extending beyond traditional hospital settings. This book highlights six distinct work segments: hospital systems, long-term care, health IT/consumer health organizations, government, consulting, and payer/insurance companies. By exploring these segments, readers can expand their career horizons and explore new opportunities in the health informatics domain.

The primary goal of this book is to provide valuable insights into career opportunities for students and professionals alike. It aims to equip individuals with the knowledge and tools necessary to thrive in this rapidly evolving field and make a meaningful impact on healthcare outcomes. Whether you are a current student seeking guidance on your future career path or a professional looking to enhance your skills and expertise, this book will serve as a valuable resource.

Weight: 540g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032029030