Harbor Health Services, Inc. · 1 month ago
Chief Information Officer
Harbor Health Services is an innovative, growing, mission-based organization that provides a range of medical and support services to the community. They are seeking a Chief Information Officer to provide strategic and operational leadership for information technology and digital transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
Health CareHealth DiagnosticsHospital
Responsibilities
Serves as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, providing strategic leadership and executive input on technology, data, and digital initiatives
Leads the development and execution of the organization’s information technology strategy in alignment with clinical operations, business priorities, regulatory requirements, and long-term growth objectives
Advises executive leadership on emerging technology trends, risks, and opportunities, including their operational, financial, and strategic impact
Provides executive oversight for the planning, implementation, and operation of enterprise technology systems, including clinical, administrative, infrastructure and cloud-based platforms
Ensures the reliable, secure, and continuous delivery of IT services through performance monitoring, service management practices, and vendor oversight
Establishes and maintains an effective IT organizational structure, staffing model, and operating framework that supports organizational priorities and service delivery needs
Identifies, evaluates, and recommends cost-effective investments in technology, including staffing models, sourcing strategies, vendor solutions, and internal development
Assesses and communicates the benefits, risks, and costs associated with technology initiatives and investments
Serves as the executive accountable for the organization’s information security, privacy, and technology risk management program
Establishes and maintains governance structures, policies, and oversight processes for cybersecurity, data protection, vendor risk management, and regulatory compliance
Ensures alignment with applicable healthcare laws, regulations, and standards, including HIPAA and state data protection requirements
Oversees cybersecurity incident response planning, breach management, and coordination of regulatory notifications in partnership with Compliance, Privacy, and Legal
Provides executive oversight of third-party and vendor technology risk, including security expectations for hosted, cloud, and outsourced services
Ensures regular technology and security risk assessments, audits, and remediation activities are performed and tracked to completion
Oversees governance, prioritization, and management of the IT project portfolio, including major system acquisitions, implementations, and upgrades
Coordinates with clinical, operational, and administrative leaders to define business and system requirements for new and enhanced technology solutions
Reviews and approves hardware, software, and services contracts, and pursue enterprise or master agreements where appropriate to achieve operational efficiency and cost savings
Oversees the development and implementation of data governance practices to ensure the availability, integrity, usability, and security of organizational data
Fosters and manages strategic relationships with external partners, vendors, government entities, and other stakeholders
Lead the recruitment, development, performance management, and retention of IT staff in accordance with organizational policies and budgetary objectives
Promote a collaborative, service-oriented culture that supports accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Healthcare IT certifications such as CPHIMS preferred
Seven or more years of progressive leadership experience managing enterprise IT operations of comparable size and complexity
Experience in healthcare information technology, including support of clinical and administrative systems
Demonstrated experience in IT strategic planning, execution, and governance
Experience overseeing enterprise platforms, including Electronic Health Records, infrastructure, and outsourced or hosted services
Strong background in IT planning, budgeting, organization, and resource management
Experience leading systems design, implementation, and ongoing operational support
Demonstrated ability to apply technology solutions to clinical, operational, and administrative challenges
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to healthcare information technology
Experience leading and developing high-performing IT teams
Broad understanding of enterprise IT architecture, systems integration, and application ecosystems
Strong knowledge of project and portfolio management principles
Ability to translate business and clinical needs into practical, scalable technology solutions
Understanding of human resource management principles, including staff development and performance management
Ability to set priorities, manage competing demands, and make risk-based decisions
Demonstrated servant-leader approach with a strong commitment to customer service
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively across clinical, operational, and executive teams
Comfortable providing and receiving constructive feedback
Highly self-motivated with strong attention to detail
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Ability to motivate teams and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture
Must be able to travel between Harbor Health locations in a timely manner and attend off-site meetings as necessary
Company
Harbor Health Services, Inc.
Harbor Health Services, Inc.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9.51M2022-09-12Series Unknown· $9.51M
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