Chief Information Officer

Norwegian American Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare network is seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to provide visionary leadership and strategic direction in technology. This pivotal role involves overseeing the development and implementation of IT programs that enhance clinical and business operations. The CIO will be instrumental in establishing policies, managing IT projects, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. If you are a dynamic leader with a strong background in healthcare IT, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact on the organization's technology landscape and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of executive level experience in IT.
• 5+ years of experience in the healthcare field.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of IT programs for the hospital.
• Manage multiple information and communication systems projects.
• Establish IT policies and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Tactical Planning

IT Policy Development

Vendor Negotiation

Staff Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Information Technology

Job description

Humboldt Park Health
1044 N. Francisco
Chicago, IL 60622, USA

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) provides technology vision and leadership in the development and implementation of information technology programs. The CIO leads the healthcare network in planning and implementing information systems to support clinical and business operations and achieve more efficient and cost beneficial IT operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides strategic and tactical planning, development, evaluation, and coordination of the information and technology systems for the Hospital.
• Establishes IT policies and standards.
• Develops and recommends information technology goals, objectives, and priorities.
• Ensures systems and procedures lead to outcomes in line with the business goals.
• Facilitates communication between staff, management, vendors, and other technology resources within the organization.
• Develops, maintains, and implements programming standards, quality control procedures, security strategy and procedures, and related processes to ensure that all information technologies comply with mandated and regulatory standards.
• Oversees and manages multiple information and communication systems projects.
• Oversees the design, implementation, and evaluation of systems that support end users in the productive use of computer hardware and software.
• Selects, trains and supervises subordinate staff. Reviews staff work plans, assigns work activities, meets with staff to identify and resolve problems, and initiates and implements disciplinary procedures as necessary.
• Creates business value through technology.
• Oversees the development of customer service platforms.
• Approves vendor negotiations and IT architecture.
• Develops and approves technology futures and budgets.

Requirements:

• Three or more years of executive level experience.
• Minimum of five years of experience in the healthcare field.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology is required. Master’s degree in information technology preferred.