Director, IT Clinical Systems: Lead Clinical Tech Strategy

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Iselin (PA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a Director of Information Technology (IT) Clinical Systems to lead strategy, implementation, and lifecycle management of clinical enterprise applications. You will partner with clinical, business, and IT leaders to deliver reliable technology solutions that improve quality, safety, and operational excellence.

Ideal candidates bring a strong background in healthcare IT leadership, clinical informatics, and program management, with proven ability to manage large

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related fields; or equivalent (4 years) relevant experience may be accepted in place of a bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience leading Healthcare Applications projects/strategies, including consulting or leadership in healthcare, clinical informatics, or strategic/business consulting.
• Minimum of 5 years of managerial experience in an informatics role, including system implementation, support, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, implementation, and lifecycle management of Hackensack Meridian Health's clinical enterprise applications.
• Partner closely with clinical, business, and IT leaders to deliver reliable, integrated technology solutions.
• Ensure IT investments deliver measurable outcomes, mitigate risks, and align with HMH's strategic goals.

Skills

Healthcare IT leadership

Project portfolio management

Stakeholder communication

Staff management

Clinical informatics

Strategic planning

Problem solving under pressure

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, business administration, or related fields

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a Director of Information Technology (IT) Clinical Systems to lead strategy, implementation, and lifecycle management of clinical enterprise applications. You will partner with clinical, business, and IT leaders to deliver reliable technology solutions that improve quality, safety, and operational excellence.

Ideal candidates bring a strong background in healthcare IT leadership, clinical informatics, and program management, with proven ability to manage large