Director IT Project Management Office (PMO)

Quest Oracle Community; East Chicago (IN); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Wellness program

HSA

Retirement savings plan

Life insurance

Disability protection

EAP

Fitness center discount

Tuition assistance

PTO

Rewards and recognition programs

Job summary

Powers Health is seeking an IT PMO Director to lead and evolve an enterprise-wide PMO that aligns technology initiatives with strategic priorities. You will partner with executive, clinical, and operational leaders to ensure governance, prioritization, and successful execution of complex IT programs.

This hybrid role emphasizes value delivery, regulatory compliance, and modern delivery practices. Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in IT PMO with at least 5 in leadership, healthcare IT experience,

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT project, program, or portfolio management with ≥5 years in a leadership role
• Experience in healthcare IT environments (hospital systems, payers, health tech)
• Proven track record delivering large-scale initiatives such as EHR implementations (Epic, Oracle Health/Cerner)
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams, complex dependencies, and large budgets
• PMP, ITIL, Lean Six Sigma, or Agile certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Establish and evolve an enterprise-wide IT PMO aligned with strategic priorities
• Govern, prioritize, and execute IT programs across clinical, regulatory, digital transformation, patient experience, and financial domains
• Partner with executives and operational leaders to deliver measurable value and improved outcomes
• Promote modern delivery methodologies and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards

Skills

IT project management

Leadership

Healthcare IT

EHR implementations

Cross-functional leadership

Budget management

HL7/FHIR

PMP

ITIL

Agile/Lean/Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Healthcare

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

The IT PMO (Project Management Office) Director is a leadership role responsible for establishing, leading, and evolving an enterprise-wide IT PMO that aligns technology initiatives with healthcare system strategic priorities. Reporting to the Senior Director of IT Operations and Applications, this role ensures the governance, prioritization, and successful execution of a complex portfolio of IT programs that support clinical operations, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, patient experience, and financial performance.

This position serves as a strategic partner to executive, clinical, and operational leaders, ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value and improved outcomes. The Director fosters a high-performing PMO culture grounded in accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement, while advancing modern delivery methodologies and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Position location: Hybrid.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required (Master's preferred)


• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT project, program, or portfolio management with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably managing PMOs


• Strong experience in healthcare IT environments (hospital systems, payers, or health technology organizations)


• Proven track record delivering large-scale initiatives such as EHR implementations (e.g., Epic, Oracle Health/Cerner) and digital transformation programs


• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams, complex dependencies, and large-scale budgets


• Familiarity with healthcare data standards (HL7, FHIR) preferred


• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP certification preferred)


• Thorough understanding of ITIL or similar service management concepts


• Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile certifications preferred

Your Extraordinary Career Starts Here

We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources, and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.

Our comprehensive benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage


• Wellness program, including free screenings


• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA)


• Retirement savings plan


• Life insurance


• Disability income protection


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Fitness center discount program


• Tuition assistance and career development


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Reward and recognition programs

Join our team of healthcare professionals at Powers Health.