Director of Information Technology and Systems

Job Description

Your experience matters

Canyon Vista Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Hospital Information Technology & Systems Director (HDIS) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Hospital Information Technology & Systems Director who excels in this role:

• Is a senior leader responsible for the strategic direction, operational management, and continuous improvement of information technology services within Canyon Vista Medical Center.
• Ensures that local IT operations are aligned with enterprise-wide strategies, regulatory requirements, and best practices, while supporting clinical, operational, and business objectives.
• Collaborates closely with system-level IT leadership, hospital executives, and cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions that enhance patient care, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.

Enterprise Alignment & Strategic Leadership

• Serves as the primary liaison between hospital leadership and enterprise IT, ensuring local needs are represented in system-wide planning and that enterprise strategies are effectively implemented at the facility level.
• Participates in enterprise governance councils and contribute to the development and enforcement of data governance, cybersecurity, and technology standards.
• Leads the hospital's IT strategic planning process, aligning technology initiatives with both hospital and enterprise goals.

Operational Excellence & Service Delivery

• Oversees day-to-day IT operations, including infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and support services, ensuring high availability and performance of clinical and business systems.
• Implements and monitors IT service management processes, incident response, and change management in accordance with enterprise policies.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH) and participates in audits, inspections, and accreditation processes.

Project & Change Management

• Leads or supports enterprise IT initiatives at the hospital, including but not limited to EHR upgrades, cybersecurity initiatives, digital transformation efforts, and initiatives to reduce technical debt within the hospital's data center; perform other duties as assigned.
• Champions change management, staff training, and adoption of new technologies, leveraging enterprise resources and best practices.

Collaboration & Relationship Building

• Fosters strong relationships with hospital leadership, clinical teams, and enterprise IT peers to ensure technology solutions meet operational and clinical needs.
• Engages with external vendors and partners as needed, following enterprise procurement and vendor management guidelines.

Financial Stewardship

• Collaborates with hospital financial leaders to support cost containment strategies and ensure technology initiatives align with organizational priorities.
• Identifies opportunities for operational efficiencies, cost savings, and revenue generation through technology.

Talent Management & Team Development

• Leads, mentors, and develops the hospital IT team, promoting a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and professional growth.
• Supports enterprise talent initiatives, including workforce planning, succession management, and staff engagement.

Performance Improvement & Innovation

• Drives continuous improvement in IT service delivery, leveraging data analytics, benchmarking, and enterprise performance metrics.
• Promotes a culture of innovation, encouraging the adoption of emerging technologies that advance patient care, operational efficiency, and data security.

What we're looking for

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related field required, or 7+ years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required.

Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive IT management experience, with at least 3 years in healthcare and multi-site or enterprise environments.
• Demonstrates experience with hospital IT operations, EHR systems, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and project management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills; ability to collaborate across clinical, operational, and enterprise teams.
• Experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and IT staff development.
• Knowledge of industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging trends in healthcare IT.

Schedule: Full-time

Travel Requirements: Less than 25%

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Canyon Vista

Canyon Vista Medical Center is a 106-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care for over 60 years. We are proud to serve our community with a Level III Trauma unit, Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement, Level I Nursery, American College of Radiology Accredited Facility, as well as many other state of the art services to ensure our patients are cared for.

Sierra Vista, Arizona is a flourishing city located 75 miles southeast of Tucson. Thanks to our year-round temperate climate, affordable housing, low cost of living, access to healthcare and education facilities, not to mention the breathtaking natural beauty of majestic mountain ranges and the San Pedro River and outdoor activities, Cochise County residents enjoy an excellent quality of life.

EEOC Statement:

Canyon Vista Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

About Us

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

About the Team

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.