Director of Information Technology

Director of Information Technology Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time $150,000 - $175,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Revenue cycle management Master's degree in business administration Managerial strategic planning Strategic management Hospital patient safety Bachelor's degree in information technology Computer Science Operations management Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Electronic health records (EHR) management Achieving HIPAA compliance Managing healthcare operations budgets 5 years Healthcare Administration Master's degree in information technology High availability architecture IT strategy planning Patient safety Master's degree Digital transformation Change management Team development Bachelor's degree IT experience within healthcare Team management Financial control management Mentoring Vendor relationship management Organizational skills Technology budget management Contracts Business continuity planning IT services information & network security Vendor contract management Master's degree in information systems IT Healthcare financial management Budget management in healthcare Master's degree in computer science Business Administration Systems & applications support Master's degree in healthcare administration Network infrastructure management Senior level Business Bachelor's degree in computer science Hospital regulatory compliance Leadership Hospital experience Senior leadership High availability Staff development Information Technology IT disaster recovery planning Full Job Description Director of Information Technology Syracuse, NY Our client is seeking a highly experienced healthcare IT leader to join their organization in Syracuse, NY. As a key senior leadership role, the Director of Information Technology is responsible for developing and executing the hospital's IT strategy in alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices. Reporting to executive leadership, this position serves as a trusted advisor on digital transformation, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies, and leads enterprise‑wide change management initiatives across clinical and non‑clinical areas. Deep, hands‑on Epic EMR leadership experience is essential for success in this role. The Director provides overall leadership, accountability, and governance for the Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and all related clinical and revenue cycle applications, ensuring Epic is effectively implemented, optimized, upgraded, and supported. This role partners closely with clinical and operational leaders to align Epic functionality with workflows that support patient safety, quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and provider efficiency. In addition, the Director oversees IT operations, cybersecurity, vendor and financial management, and talent development—building a high‑performing IT organization capable of supporting a 24/7 healthcare environment while driving excellence in Epic utilization and system performance.

Director of Information Technology Responsibilities:

Develop and lead the hospital's overall information technology strategy and roadmap Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on healthcare IT, digital transformation, and cybersecurity Provide enterprise leadership and accountability for the Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system Ensure Epic is effectively implemented, maintained, upgraded, and optimized to support clinical quality, safety, and efficiency Lead Epic governance, prioritization, change management, and optimization initiatives Partner with clinical, operational, and revenue cycle leaders to align Epic functionality with workflows and organizational needs Oversee day to day IT operations, including applications, infrastructure, network, and end user support Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of all clinical and business systems Direct cybersecurity, disaster recovery, business continuity, and data protection efforts Establish IT policies, governance structures, and performance metrics Develop and manage IT operating and capital budgets with fiscal accountability Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and technology investments Lead, mentor, and develop IT leadership and staff Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and information security requirements, including HIPAA Stay current on Epic advancements, healthcare IT trends, and industry best practices

Minimum Education & Experience Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field Minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in healthcare information technology Demonstrated experience leading enterprise IT operations in a hospital or health system in a hospital or health system environment In-depth understanding of healthcare information systems, clinical workflows, and EMR platforms (Epic preferred)

Preferred:

Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field Experience with Epic EMR implementation strongly preferred

Salary:

$150,000.00 - $175,658.00 M3 Placement and Partnership is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Pay:

$150,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

healthcare information technology: 5 years (Required)

Epic EMR:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person