AI Integration Lead - Healthcare Provider Solutions

McKesson; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson, a leading healthcare company, seeks an AI Integration Lead to drive AI adoption for improved patient outcomes and operational excellence. This role requires strong experience in healthcare software development, project management, and modern AI technologies. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between clinical and technical teams to deliver high-impact AI solutions.

Qualifications

• Requires 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in modern AI technologies and healthcare standards.
• Experience in implementing AI solutions in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute AI integration roadmap across healthcare solutions.
• Advocate for responsible AI adoption throughout SDLC.
• Lead proof-of-concept initiatives demonstrating AI's value.

Skills

Healthcare Software Development

Project Management

Cross-Functional Leadership

Machine Learning

Natural Language Processing

Predictive Analytics

Agile Development

DevOps Practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Advanced Degree Preferred

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

We are seeking a forward-thinking technology leader to serve as our AI Integration Lead for healthcare provider solutions. This pivotal role will champion the adoption and implementation of artificial intelligence throughout our software development lifecycle (SDLC) while ensuring our healthcare solutions leverage AI capabilities to improve patient outcomes, provider efficiency, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for AI integration across our healthcare provider solutions portfolio

• Advocate for responsible AI adoption throughout the SDLC, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance

• Bridge the gap between clinical subject matter experts and technical teams to identify high-value AI use cases

• Evaluate and recommend AI tools and frameworks that align with healthcare compliance requirements

• Lead proof-of-concept initiatives to demonstrate AI's value in addressing healthcare challenges

• Establish best practices and governance structures for AI implementation in healthcare software

• Collaborate with product teams to identify opportunities for AI enhancement in existing applications

• Develop metrics to measure the impact of AI on product quality, development efficiency, and clinical outcomes

• Train and mentor development teams on AI integration techniques specific to healthcare applications

Minimum Requirement

Degree or equivalent and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Healthcare Informatics, or related field; advanced degree preferred

Critical Skills

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare software development or product management

• Demonstrated understanding of modern AI technologies including machine learning, natural language processing, and predictive analytics

• Experience implementing AI solutions within regulated environments, particularly healthcare

• Knowledge of healthcare data structures, standards (HL7, FHIR), and regulations (HIPAA, HITECH)

• Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders

• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills

• Experience with agile development methodologies and DevOps practices

Preferred Skills

• Experience with healthcare provider workflows and pain points

• Familiarity with clinical decision support systems and healthcare analytics

• Knowledge of responsible AI principles including bias mitigation, explainability, and fairness

• Background in healthcare interoperability and systems integration

• Certification in healthcare information systems or AI/ML technologies

Join us in revolutionizing healthcare delivery through thoughtful application of AI technology that supports providers in delivering exceptional patient care.

Candidates must be authorized to work in USA. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, pleaseclick here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$120,400 - $200,600

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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