Director, Healthcare IT Operations & Applications

Baton-Rouge-General; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Baton-Rouge-General is seeking a Director of Operations and Applications to lead the information systems strategy for its healthcare system. The role will direct budgeting, staffing, and performance management, while delivering technology initiatives that improve cost efficiency, service quality, and business development.

The incumbent will provide vision for IS projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and work closely with clinical and administrative leaders to align information systems with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs the information systems function for the healthcare system.
• Leads the development and management of budgets for the department.
• Provides technology vision and leadership for IS initiatives that improve cost effectiveness and service quality.
• Oversees performance reviews, hiring and disciplinary actions for staff.
• Ensures compliance with HIPAA and regulatory requirements in data handling.
• Collaborates with clinical and administrative leadership to align IS with organizational goals.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Critical thinking

Project management

Technical background

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Baton-Rouge-General is seeking a Director of Operations and Applications to lead the information systems strategy for its healthcare system. The role will direct budgeting, staffing, and performance management, while delivering technology initiatives that improve cost efficiency, service quality, and business development.

The incumbent will provide vision for IS projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and work closely with clinical and administrative leaders to align information systems with