IT Manager

Join our Team

We are looking for compassionate, caring people to join our talented staff of health care professionals as we continue to grow to be the preferred, regional health care partner in our community.

Job Overview

Plan, direct, and coordinate the strategic development, implementation, deployment and operation of information systems and technology solutions that meet organizational initiatives and strategies. Develop and drive cost efficiencies within our IS services and project delivery. Mentor and develop IS Team leads and/or IS Supervisors.

• Maintains organization's effectiveness and efficiency by defining, delivering, and supporting strategic plans for implementing information technologies.
• Directs research by studying organization goals, strategies, practices, and user projects.
• Recommends information technology strategies, policies, and procedures by evaluating organization outcomes; identifying problems; evaluating trends; anticipating requirements.
• Accomplishes financial and budget objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective action.
• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards and key performance metrics.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.
• Challenges others to develop as leaders while serving as a role model and mentor.
• Initiates and implements improvements in all areas of responsibility.

What You Will Need

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strong project management skills
• Demonstrated capability to manage limited resources over multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills including team building, an interest in the development and promotion of staff, the ability to recruit and retain staff, and mentoring skills.
• Facilitates effective meetings.
• Effectively communicates relevant IS related information to the organization.
• Delivers engaging, informative and well organized presentations.
• Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.
• Build and maintains vendor relationships.
• Continually seeks opportunities to increase client satisfaction and deepen organizational credibility and transparency.
• Associates/Bachelors Degree in CIS/CS or Equivalent Education preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant IS experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required in Computer Science or Healthcare Informatics preferred.

Why Choose Deaconess?

Deaconess is one of the largest, local employers in the tristate area and is consistently recognized as a leader in healthcare at the state and national levels. Compassion for patients and dedication to the community are core values of Deaconess and have been since our founding in 1892. We value our employees and offer an extensive benefits package. Throughout the Health System, we offer work environments that support professional development and personal success. Come join us and find a CAREER you can love.