Information Technology Manager

Good Shepherd Health Care; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 112,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Good Shepherd Health Care seeks an IT leader to direct the IT-Technology Department, aligning technology strategy with the hospital’s goals. You will oversee operations, security, budgets, and staff training in a healthcare setting.

You will collaborate with senior leadership to ensure regulatory compliance and effective information management across departments, while guiding multi-project delivery and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science or related field with specialization in data communication and information systems, or equivalent business experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in IT leadership position in a health care setting.
• Knowledge of application information technologies in health care.
• Excellent project management and vendor management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop organizational IT strategies aligned with the hospital’s plan.
• Direct the IT-Technology Department operations, budgets, and staff training.
• Ensure reliable operation and security of hospital information systems and data.
• Lead regulatory compliance efforts (HIPAA, HITECH, PCI) and risk mitigation.
• Oversee budget formulation, approval, and monitoring for IT operating and capital expenditures.
• Mentor staff, foster communication, and coordinate with other departments.

Skills

IT leadership

Project management

Vendor management

Staff development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or Computer Science

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Employer Paid Benefit Premiums for You & Family! Medical, Dental, & Vision.

Definition of Position:

Develop organizational strategies involving information technologies to fit the hospital’s strategic plan. Directs the daily operation of the IT-Technology Department, including setting work schedules, performing evaluations, handling complaints, and providing staff training. Ensures the reliable operation of the hospital’s information systems and network. Ensure security of the electronic data stored in the hospital’s systems. Work with other departments to assist with their information management needs.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the information needs of the organization and develop strategies to meet those needs.
• Provides the needed information to users, as required or requested. Ensures the reliable and continuous operation of the hospital’s information systems and network.
• Ensures the accuracy and security of the hospital’s electronic data stored in the hospital’s systems.
• Provides avenues for appropriate and adequate training for the IT-Technology Department staff.
• Ensure that IT systems, network infrastructure and telecommunications adequately support the company’s computing, data processing, security, and communications needs.
• Establish, implement, and monitor the IT strategy to meet both short and long-term goals, objectives, policies, and operations in alignment with the Health Systems strategy and goals.
• Prepares and administers the formulation and approval of IT operating and capital expenditure budgets, incorporating long and short-term goals and forecasting personnel, equipment, software, and educational/training needs.
• Monitors expenditures to assure fiscal responsibility and accountability. Assists Senior Leadership with matters concerning department budget, major purchase priorities and projects requiring large capital expenditures.
• Develop and implement procedures necessary for cost-efficient operations.
• Maintains appropriate records and statistics for administrative and regulatory purposes and assures the maintenance of complete and accurate records.
• Develops and executes effective control process and compliance monitoring procedures to ensure risks are measured, monitored, controlled, and mitigated.
• Fosters and maintain adequate internal and external communications. Keeps Senior Leadership informed of significant activities, needs and problems.
• In coordination with departmental management and compliance officer, ensures IT systems meet regulatory agency requirements such as HIPAA, HITECH, PCI, and other government/industry regulations.
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science or related field with specialization in data communication and information systems, or equivalent business experience.

Preferred: Master’s degree.

Licenses/ certifications/ registrations

Required: None required.

Preferred: NA

Experience

Required: Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in IT leadership position in a health care setting.

Preferred: NA

Other:

• Knowledge of application information technologies in health care.
• Excellent project management and vendor management skills.
• Knowledgeable of hospital operations, tactical planning, project management, personnel management, and staff development.
• Proven experience managing staff.
• Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ideation, analytical and judgment skills necessary.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Occasional walking, standing, bending, or lifting light office items (up to 25 pounds). Visual acuity to view computer screens and read detailed financial documents. Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically. May be required to move throughout the healthcare facility, including administrative and clinical areas.

Working Conditions:

This position operates in a professional office setting within a healthcare facility. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. The office environment is climate-controlled, well-lit, and ergonomically designed for extended computer work. While this role is primarily office-based and does not involve direct patient care, the employee may occasionally be present in clinical areas or interact with staff working in clinical environments. As such, there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases. The organization provides appropriate training and personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed to ensure safety.

40 Hours USD $112,200.00/Yr. USD $197,880.00/Yr. 01-8222 Technology First Shift