Parkland Health · 12 hours ago
VP Chief Technology Officer
Parkland Health is a healthcare organization committed to improving patient care and operational efficiencies. They are seeking a VP Chief Technology Officer to lead the Technology vision and manage the IT division, ensuring alignment with business goals and overseeing technology improvements and innovations.
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Responsibilities
In conjunction with senior leadership, serves as a counselor and catalyst for the Information Technology (IT) division and other business leaders in identifying new areas for technology improvement and innovation, resulting in improved patient care, improved operational efficiencies, and increased productivity
Participates in technology vision and leadership for the planning and prioritization of technology projects. Serves as the organizational leader on highly significant matters related to technical platforms, capabilities and capacity planning
Supports division and organization level goals and objectives through effective management of staff, budget, priorities and planning to ensure that the goals and objectives of the department and Parkland are successfully achieved Oversees the development of enterprise standards and technology architecture along with technology evaluation and transfer
Develops and maintains excellent working relationships with strategic vendors
Advises CIO on strategic decisions of technical nature for the enterprise and independently implements and manages those programs
Counsels the organization based on the highest level of technical intricacy and has a thorough understanding of broad implications and how they affect the IT division and the Parkland organization as a whole
Develops and maintains annual operating and capital budgets for areas of control consistent with programmatic plans and established financial guidelines. Responsible for monitoring activities and costs as related to the overall utilization of resources required to meet programmatic goals and objectives
Serves as the back-up administrator for the Chief Information Officer as needed and assigned
Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes, workflows, etc. for the area and implements appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency that support the overall goals of the department and Parkland
Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices
Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding
Develops and monitors annual budgets that ensure the department has the necessary funds to carry out the goals and objectives that have been established for the department
Develops, implements, monitors, and revises annual goals and objectives for the department that support the missions and objectives of Parkland
Selects, trains, schedules, motivates, supervises, and evaluates employees making recommendations for disciplinary actions up to and including termination, to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities. Ensures that assigned employees receive opportunities to further their knowledge
Qualification
Required
Must have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a closely related field
Must have ten years of progressively responsible management experience working in a technical IT environment with an emphasis on technology vision
Must have a minimum of five years' experience working with healthcare organizations
Must be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of the information technology infrastructure and application architecture including architecture design and deployment, systems lifecycle management and infrastructure planning and operations
Must be able to manage multiple, large cross-functional teams or projects, and influence senior level management and key stakeholders
Must have proven leadership and team development skills
Must demonstrate a strong, proactive approach to management and a commitment to build / reward staff initiatives to improve products and services
Must have a strong commitment to customer service
Must have strong analytical and communication skills necessary in order to organize, plan and coordinate tactical, operational and strategic activities
Must have proven skills in executive-level written and verbal communications
Must have excellent listening and presentation skills and be able to translate complex information system data to a non-technical audience
Must be able to make decisions with confidence with the ability to recognize and assess situations and communicate and remove barriers to effectuate solutions
Must be focused on customer and client services and commitment to customer satisfaction
Must be able to effectively negotiate with vendors and contractors
Must be able to work with and build consensus among members of multiple disciplines and across organizational boundaries
Must be able to work as a team player that motivates and educates other team members
Must be able to set and manage multiple priorities
Preferred
Prefer a graduate degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or Healthcare Administration
Prefer experience working within a complex, academic healthcare organization
Company
Parkland Health
Parkland Health first opened its doors in 1894 and is now one of the largest public hospital systems in the country.
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Frederick Cerise
President and Chief Executive Officer
Richard Humphrey
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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