QualDerm Partners · 1 day ago
Chief Information Officer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
10+ years expQualDerm Partners is a growing dermatology platform focused on improving patient access and enabling clinicians. The Chief Information Officer (CIO) will set the technology vision and lead execution across applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data, ensuring a secure and scalable technology environment.
Health CareManagement Information SystemsMedical Device
No H1B
Responsibilities
Define and execute a multi-year technology, data, and AI strategy and multi-year roadmap aligned to Qualderm's growth and value creation plan
Translate business priorities into a clear, sequenced roadmap spanning infrastructure, applications, data platforms, analytics, and AI
Establish an IT operating model (governance, portfolio management, architecture standards, service management) that scales with acquisitions
Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board on technology-enabled value creation
Provide transparent executive and Board-level communication on priorities, spend, risk, and delivery status
Own and evolve the Company's Azure-based cloud environment, ensuring scalability, resilience, performance, and cost discipline
Lead enterprise application strategy, including ERP, HRIS, CRM, marketing platforms, and third-party integrations
Standardize and modernize clinic-level infrastructure (networks, devices, connectivity) while enabling local operational excellence
Provide strategic oversight for core systems supporting outpatient specialty care: EHR, practice management, revenue cycle, patient engagement, contact center, scheduling, imaging/dermatopathology interfaces, etc
Partner with clinical leaders to optimize workflows and improve clinician satisfaction, reducing administrative burden
Drive automation and simplification of front-office/back-office processes to improve patient access, throughput, and cash performance
Own the end-to-end data and analytics ecosystem, including data architecture, pipelines, governance, BI, advanced analytics, and machine learning
Lead responsible deployment of AI and automation across clinical operations, scheduling, staffing, revenue cycle, marketing, and patient engagement
Establish strong data governance, quality standards, and model oversight to ensure accuracy, transparency, and regulatory alignment
Operationalize AI across the organization, translating emerging technologies (AI, automation, advanced analytics) into measurable improvements in efficiency, cost structure, quality, and speed
Own cybersecurity strategy including risk assessments, policies/controls, security monitoring, vendor security, and workforce training
Ensure compliance with HIPAA/HITECH and applicable privacy/security requirements; partner with Legal/Compliance on governance
Maintain and test business continuity/disaster recovery plans; lead incident response readiness and tabletop exercises
Lead IT due diligence for acquisitions: application landscape, infrastructure, security posture, contractual obligations, and integration effort/cost
Own post-close integration planning and execution: Day 1 readiness, stabilization, sequencing, and change management
Develop repeatable templates/playbooks to reduce integration time and risk, improving speed-to-synergy
Manage IT budget, forecasting, and ROI-based investment decisions; identify opportunities for cost optimization without compromising care delivery
Negotiate and manage vendor contracts and SLAs (EHR/PMS/RCM, managed services, cybersecurity tools, telecom, hardware)
Establish vendor performance management and escalation paths
Build and lead a high-performing, modern technology organization with strong product, engineering, data, and security capabilities
Foster a service-oriented culture with strong partnership to practices and corporate functions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role
Demonstrated success leading enterprise technology strategy in healthcare or similarly regulated, multi-site environments
Hands-on familiarity with ambulatory clinical systems and practice operations (EHR/PMS/RCM) and the realities of clinical workflow change
Proven experience leading cybersecurity, privacy, risk management, and resiliency programs
Track record of leading transformations, vendor ecosystems, and multi-year roadmaps with measurable outcomes
Preferred
MBA, MS, or equivalent advanced degree
Experience in private equity-backed or high-growth services environments
Experience with physician practice platforms (dermatology, ophthalmology, dental, GI, ortho, imaging, etc.)
Relevant certifications (examples: CISSP, CISM, ITIL, PMP) and/or healthcare security frameworks exposure
Benefits
Competitive Pay - Attractive compensation to reward your hard work
Comprehensive Health Coverage - Includes Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to keep you covered
Generous 401(k) Plan - Company matches 100% of the first 3%, plus 50% of the next 2%, with immediate vesting
Paid Time Off (PTO) - Accrue PTO from day one, plus enjoy 6 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays each year
Company-Paid Life Insurance - Peace of mind with basic life coverage, with the option for additional plans
Disability Protection - Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect you in unexpected circumstances
Additional Wellness Plans - Accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection plans for extra security
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access confidential support for personal or work-related challenges
Exclusive Employee Discounts - Save on products and services with special discounts just for you
Referral Bonus Program - Earn bonuses by referring qualified candidates to join the team
Company
QualDerm Partners
QualDerm Partners provides strategic leadership and practice management services
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$31.8M2021-01-01Private Equity
2016-02-08Series Unknown· $31.8M
Leadership Team
Bill Southwick
Board Member
Recent News
2025-09-30
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