Information Systems Director

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoAlaska, LLC is seeking an Information Systems Director to lead IT operations across multiple clinics, ensuring secure, available clinical and business systems. The role involves hands-on leadership, vendor management, and coordination with the COO to execute technology strategy.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in IT, including 3+ years supervising staff, with experience in NextGen, NovaRAD, HL7 interfaces, and a strong security posture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field is required or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 7+ years in IT, including 3+ years supervising IT staff.
• Preferred: Master’s degree (MIS, MBA, or health informatics).
• Hands-on experience with enterprise networks, Microsoft 365, and Windows server environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day IT operations for OrthoAlaska, LLC, a multispecialty practice.
• Manage IT team and escalations; vendor issues and system changes.
• Oversee EHR (NextGen), PACS/RIS (NovaRAD), and clinical application support.
• Coordinate HL7 interfaces with labs, imaging, and health information exchanges.
• Partner with clinical and revenue cycle leaders on templates, workflows, and reporting.
• Manage networks, servers, telephony, endpoints, and backups across locations.
• Own disaster recovery and business continuity plans; annual testing.
• Implement HIPAA security controls and lead security risk analyses.
• Plan and deliver IT projects on schedule and within budget; manage vendors.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Vendor management

Project management

HIPAA compliance

Security controls

Budgeting

Disaster recovery planning

Communication to executives

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems or related

Master’s degree preferred (MIS, MBA, or health informatics)

Tools

NextGen

NovaRAD

HL7 interfaces

Microsoft 365

Windows Server

PACS

Job description

The mission of OrthoAlaska is to deliver extraordinary, individualized healthcare to all Alaskans and visitors, restoring their health and function following injury or illness and maximizing their ability to fully engage in all life has to offer.

Position Summary

The Information Systems Director leads day-to-day IT operations for OrthoAlaska, LLC, a multispecialty practice in orthopedics, primary care, and rheumatology. The Director manages the IT team, keeps clinical and business systems secure and available, and turns the COO’s technology strategy into delivered projects. The role is hands‑on: the Director leads the team and also steps in on escalations, vendor issues, and system changes.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Leadership and team management

• Supervise, schedule, and develop IT staff, Medical Records; set priorities, assign work, and conduct performance reviews.
• Manage the help desk and on‑call rotation, including weekend coverage, to meet service‑level targets.
• Recruit, onboard, and cross‑train staff to reduce single points of failure.

Clinical and business systems

• Oversee availability, upgrades, and vendor support for the EHR and practice management system (NextGen), PACS/RIS (NovaRAD), and other clinical applications.
• Coordinate HL7 and other interfaces with labs, imaging, hospitals, and health information exchanges; lead interface troubleshooting.
• Partner with clinical and revenue cycle leaders on template changes, workflow improvements, and reporting needs.

Infrastructure and operations

• Manage networks, servers, telephony, Microsoft 365, endpoints, and backup systems across all clinic locations.
• Maintain documentation, asset inventory, change management, and standard operating procedures.
• Own disaster recovery and business continuity plans; test them at least once a year.

Security and compliance

• Implement and monitor security controls that meet the HIPAA Security Rule, including access reviews, patching, and endpoint protection.
• Support the annual security risk analysis and remediation plan; lead incident response with the COO and Compliance.
• Run security awareness training and phishing exercises for staff.

Projects, vendors, and budget

• Plan and deliver IT projects on schedule and within budget, including new clinic openings and system rollouts.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, licensing, and business associate agreements.
• Prepare the operating and capital budget requests for the COO and track spending.
• Report IT metrics, risks, and project status to the COO and leadership.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Preferred

• Master’s degree (MIS, MBA, or health informatics)

Experience

• 7+ years in IT, including 3+ years supervising IT staff

Preferred

• Experience in a physician practice, ambulatory, or hospital setting

Systems

• Hands‑on experience with enterprise networks, Microsoft 365, and Windows server environments

Preferred

• NextGen, NovaRAD or other PACS, and HL7 interface engines

Certifications

• None required

Preferred

• CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CHPS, ITIL, PMP, or Microsoft 365 certifications

Other

• Valid driver’s license; able to pass a background check
• Experience supporting multiple sites in Alaska

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of HIPAA privacy and security requirements and how they apply to IT operations.
• Strong troubleshooting across networks, applications, interfaces, and end‑user devices.
• Ability to explain technical issues clearly to physicians, clinic staff, and executives.
• Sound judgment when setting priorities during outages and competing requests.
• Project management skills: scoping, scheduling, budgeting, and managing vendors.
• Ability to coach staff, delegate effectively, and build a service‑focused team culture.
• Strong written documentation habits, including SOPs, change records, and incident reports.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Office and clinic environment; regular movement between clinic locations.
• Must be available for after‑hours and weekend escalations as part of the on‑call rotation.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (equipment, servers), and to work in server rooms and network closets.
• Prolonged periods at a computer and on the phone.

Full-time Benefits

• Complimentary orthopedic and primary care at OPA and PCA
• Medical and dental insurance coverage beginning within 30 days of employment
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
• Profit sharing
• Paid time off starting at three weeks per year
• Competitive pay and annual compensation reviews
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal opportunity statement

OrthoAlaska, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.