Market Director Of Information Technology & Services

Market Director of Information Technology & ServicesLocation: Lake Havasu City, ArizonaEmployment Type: Full-TimeWork Setting: OnsiteSchedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; schedule may vary based on business needsTravel: 25–50%The Market Director of Information Technology & Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for IT&S across the assigned market. This role serves as the primary connection between market/facility leadership and enterprise IT, ensuring technology strategies support clinical, operational, and business objectives.The ideal candidate will bring strong healthcare IT leadership, hospital IT operations, EHR, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, project management, vendor management, and team leadership experience. This position will work closely with facility executives, clinical teams, enterprise IT, vendors, and other stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable, and effective technology solutions across the market.Key ResponsibilitiesEnterprise Alignment & Strategic LeadershipServe as the primary liaison between market/facility leadership and enterprise IT. Represent market technology needs in enterprise planning and governance. Participate in enterprise governance councils and support data governance, cybersecurity, and technology standards. Lead market IT strategic planning aligned with facility and enterprise objectives. Ensure enterprise technology strategies are effectively implemented at the market level. IT Operations & Service DeliveryOversee day-to-day IT operations across assigned facilities. Provide oversight of infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and IT support services. Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of clinical and business systems. Monitor IT service management, incident response, and change management processes. Ensure compliance with enterprise policies and healthcare regulatory requirements. Support HIPAA, HITECH, audits, inspections, and accreditation activities. Project & Change ManagementLead and support enterprise IT initiatives across market facilities. Support EHR upgrades, cybersecurity initiatives, digital transformation, and technology modernization projects. Help reduce technical debt and improve technology infrastructure. Champion change management and user adoption. Coordinate training and implementation of new technologies. Collaboration & Stakeholder ManagementBuild strong relationships with facility executives, clinical teams, operational leaders, and enterprise IT. Translate business and clinical requirements into effective technology solutions. Collaborate with external technology vendors and service providers. Drive cross-functional initiatives and resolve technology-related business issues. Financial & Vendor ManagementPartner with financial and facility leadership on technology budgets and cost containment. Identify opportunities for technology-driven cost savings and operational efficiencies. Manage vendor relationships in accordance with enterprise procurement and vendor-management guidelines. Monitor vendor performance and service delivery. Talent ManagementLead, mentor, and develop the market IT team. Establish accountability and performance expectations. Support employee development, succession planning, and workforce planning. Promote continuous learning and professional growth. Performance Improvement & InnovationMonitor IT performance metrics and enterprise benchmarks. Identify opportunities to improve IT service delivery and customer satisfaction. Promote innovation and adoption of emerging technologies. Use data and performance metrics to support informed technology decisions. Drive continuous improvement across market IT operations. Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related field. 7+ years of direct experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree. Minimum 5 years of progressive IT management experience. At least 3 years of healthcare IT experience. Experience supporting multi-site or enterprise IT environments. Demonstrated experience with hospital IT operations. Experience with EHR systems and healthcare technology environments. Experience with cybersecurity and healthcare regulatory compliance. Experience leading or supporting IT projects and technology initiatives. Experience managing IT budgets and vendor relationships. Experience leading, mentoring, and developing IT staff. Strong communication, stakeholder-management, and relationship-building skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with clinical, operational, facility, and enterprise IT teams. Preferred QualificationsMulti-site hospital IT leadership experience. Experience supporting multiple hospitals or healthcare facilities. Experience with enterprise EHR environments. Experience with cybersecurity and digital transformation initiatives. Experience with IT service management and change management. Experience with vendor and managed-service-provider relationships. Experience with IT financial management and cost optimization. Knowledge of healthcare IT regulatory requirements, including HIPAA and HITECH. Experience with enterprise governance and data governance. Experience implementing emerging healthcare technologies. Experience with performance improvement and IT benchmarking. Work Environment & Travel100% onsite position in Lake Havasu City, AZ. Normal business hours are generally 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday. Schedule may vary based on business necessity. 25–50% overnight travel by land and/or air may be required. Work occurs in both office and hospital environments. Hospital environments may involve exposure to bloodborne pathogens, contagious illnesses, toxic chemicals, and biohazardous materials, requiring appropriate safety precautions and PPE. Recruiter Submission TemplateFull Legal Name:Highest Education (Institution, Degree & Graduation Year):Total Years of IT Management Experience:Total Years of Healthcare IT Experience:Total Years of Hospital IT Experience:Total Years of Multi-Site / Enterprise IT Experience:Number of IT Employees Managed:Does the candidate have experience managing IT operations across multiple healthcare facilities? (Yes/No – Details):Does the candidate have hospital IT operations experience? (Yes/No – Details):What EHR systems has the candidate supported? Please provide system name and experience:Does the candidate have experience with healthcare cybersecurity and HIPAA/HITECH compliance? (Yes/No – Details):Does the candidate have experience leading EHR upgrades, cybersecurity initiatives, digital transformation, or other enterprise IT projects? (Yes/No – Details):Does the candidate have experience managing IT vendors/service providers? (Yes/No – Details):Does the candidate have experience managing IT budgets and cost-containment initiatives? (Yes/No – Details):Does the candidate have experience with IT service management, incident management, and change management? (Yes/No – Details):Does the candidate have experience working directly with hospital executives, clinical leadership, and enterprise IT teams? (Yes/No – Details):Please describe the candidate's strongest healthcare IT leadership accomplishment:Motivation / Reason for Interest in this Position:Contact Number:Email ID:LinkedIn Profile URL:Current Location (City, State):Full Address (Street, City, State, ZIP Code):Notice Period / Earliest Available Start Date:Current Work Authorization Status:Expected Salary:Is the candidate willing to relocate on own expenses and work fully onsite in Lake Havasu City, AZ? (Yes/No):Is the candidate comfortable with 25–50% travel? (Yes/No):If the candidate is not currently located in/near Lake Havasu City, please provide relocation plan, timeline, and reason for relocation: