Director, Information Technology

Overview:

Prime Healthcare is an award-winning health system headquartered in Ontario, California. Prime Healthcare operates 45 hospitals and has more than 300 outpatient locations in 14 states providing more than 2.6 million patient visits annually. It is one of the nation’s leading health systems with nearly 50,000 employees and physicians. Fourteen of the Prime Healthcare hospitals are members of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity. Prime Healthcare is actively seeking new members to join our corporate team!

Under the minimal direction, the IT Director will be responsible for overseeing all technology operations and ensuring that they align with the hospital’s strategic objectives. This role will manage IT staff, collaborate with clinical departments, maintain electronic health record (EHR) systems, and implement technology solutions to improve patient care, operational efficiency, and data security. The IT Director will also ensure that the hospital complies with healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA) and industry standards for data protection and management.

This position requires the ability to independently identify and fulfill responsibilities with minimal oversight, especially on critical matters. The role frequently involves exercising discretion and independent judgment, evaluating different options, and making informed decisions. The position is expected to effectively prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and ensure deadlines are consistently met.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in IT management, with at least 3 years in a healthcare environment.
• Proven experience managing IT teams, healthcare IT systems (e.g., EHR, PACS, LIS), and hospital infrastructure.
• Familiarity with HIPAA compliance, healthcare regulations, and information security best practices.
• Experience with budgeting, contract negotiations, and vendor management in a healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of hospital IT systems, including EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Meditech, Cerner).
• Familiarity with network administration, cloud services, cybersecurity, and server management.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and levels of the organization.
• Understands hospital business operations and structure, general requirements in an integrated delivery system, and use of IT applications in the practicing healthcare environment.
• Open to travel when required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree in IT, Healthcare Administration, or Business Administration.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.