CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER - FT

Jefferson Regional Med Ctr•Pine Bluff, AR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for Jefferson Regional’s information technology initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of healthcare IT, data analytics, and cybersecurity. The CIO will lead the development and implementation of IT strategies that align with the organizations’ mission and vision, ensuring optimal utilization of technology to improve operational efficiency, enhance patient care, and ensure financial stability. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the CIO will oversee a team across all IT functions including clinical and business applications as well as technical services.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor’s or equivalent in Healthcare administration, Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or other related field required.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in healthcare information technology management.
Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in clear, non-technical language to executive leadership, clinical staff, and other stakeholders.
Strong understanding of healthcare Information technology standards, regulations (HIPAA, HITECH, etc.), and cybersecurity best practices.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Healthcare administration, Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or other related field preferred.
Certifications in relevant information technology fields (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISO) preferred.
Experience in a healthcare setting required.
Strong understanding of Electronic Health Record systems, Information Technology infrastructure, data analytics, healthcare technology systems, and cloud technologies.
Has led system selections, implementations and optimizations.
Experience with Electronic Health Record implementations is a plus.
Proven track record of successful enterprise-wide Electronic Health Record and Financial System Implementations.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and direction for Jefferson Regional’s information technology initiatives.
Lead the development and implementation of IT strategies that align with the organization’s mission and vision.
Ensure optimal utilization of technology to improve operational efficiency, enhance patient care, and ensure financial stability.
Oversee a team across all IT functions including clinical and business applications as well as technical services.
Develop and implement information technology policies and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Handle confidential material with integrity and maintain an ethical and trusting relationship with all levels of staff within and outside the organization.