Regional Director, Health Information Technology (West)

Novartis; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 186,000 - 345,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis seeks a Regional Director, Health Information Technology, Precision Health, to lead a high-performing team and shape regional strategy for digital health solutions, EHR integrations, and innovative technologies across the portfolio. You will oversee a broad HIT program and influence enterprise priorities at the regional level.

Based in the West region with up to 75% travel, you will partner with senior leaders, drive execution, and embed AI-enabled workflows to improve patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years in healthcare/pharma/diagnostics/health informatics/technology.
• Strong understanding of digital health solutions and their impact on patient outcomes.
• Proven ability to build trusted partnerships and influence across levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional HIT strategies aligned with goals.
• Develop and execute field plans to drive measurable business impact.
• Coach and develop HIT leaders to achieve team success.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align priorities and accelerate execution.
• Oversee HIT programs, operations, and resources for scalable delivery.
• Champion EHR-enabled solutions to enhance customer engagement and therapeutic objectives.
• Identify market trends and inform strategy and future programs.
• Establish processes and frameworks to strengthen field effectiveness.

Skills

Digital health

AI in decision-making

Cross-functional partnerships

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

SummaryImagine leading the future of connected healthcare at a global scale. As the Regional Director, Health Information Technology, Precision Health, you will shape how digital health solutions, Electronic Health Record integrations, and innovative technologies help improve customer engagement and support better patient experiences across Novartis' portfolio. Leading a high-performing team of Health Information Technology professionals, you will drive regional strategy, influence enterprise priorities, collaborate with senior leaders, and champion innovative, scalable solutions that strengthen customer impact. This is a unique opportunity to combine people leadership, strategic vision, and digital transformation to help reimagine how healthcare technology supports patients, providers, and the future of medicine.

SummaryImagine leading the future of connected healthcare at a global scale. As the Regional Director, Health Information Technology, Precision Health, you will shape how digital health solutions, Electronic Health Record integrations, and innovative technologies help improve customer engagement and support better patient experiences across Novartis' portfolio. Leading a high-performing team of Health Information Technology professionals, you will drive regional strategy, influence enterprise priorities, collaborate with senior leaders, and champion innovative, scalable solutions that strengthen customer impact. This is a unique opportunity to combine people leadership, strategic vision, and digital transformation to help reimagine how healthcare technology supports patients, providers, and the future of medicine. Location: This position will cover the West region, including but not limited to Salt Lake City, UT, Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ, Seattle, WA, Portland, OR, San Francisco, CA, Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, Kansas City, MO, Minneapolis, MN, Milwaukee, WI, and will require up to 75% travel. The associate must reside within territory, or within a reasonable daily commuting distance of 50 miles from territory border.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional strategies that align with Novartis' and the Precision Health team’s goals and objectives
• Develop and execute field plans that drive measurable business results and customer impact
• Coach, mentor, and develop Health Information Technology leaders to achieve individual and team success
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align priorities and accelerate execution across the portfolio
• Oversee Health Information Technology programs, operations, and resources to ensure scalable, effective delivery
• Champion Electronic Health Record-enabled solutions that enhance customer engagement and support therapeutic area objectives
• Identify market trends and customer needs to inform strategy, innovation, and future program development
• Establish processes, tools, and operational frameworks that strengthen field effectiveness and performance
• Promote compliant, customer-centric practices while ensuring alignment with organizational and legal guardrails
• Embed responsible artificial intelligence and digital technologies into workflows to improve effectiveness and decision-making

Essential Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in healthcare/pharma/diagnostics/health informatics/technology.
• Strong understanding of digital health solutions and their impact on patient outcomes
• Demonstrated success developing and executing strategic initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes
• Proven ability to build trusted partnerships and influence cross-functional stakeholders at multiple organizational levels
• Experience leveraging data, digital tools, and artificial intelligence to enhance decision-making and business performance
• Candidate must reside within territory, or within a reasonable daily commuting distance of 50 miles from the territory border. Ability to travel 75% over a broad geography is required, with the ability to drive and/or fly within the territory. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience in a field leadership role(s)

Novartis Compensation Summary

The salary for this position is expected to range between $185,500 and $344,500 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

Driving is an Essential Function of this Role: Meaning it is fundamental to the purpose of this job and cannot be eliminated. Because driving is an essential function of the role, you must have a fully valid and unrestricted driver’s license to be qualified for this role. The company provides reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals with medical restrictions if an accommodation can be provided without eliminating the essential function of driving.

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