Director - Information Systems at Baxter Health – Mountain Home, Arkansas

SUMMARY: The Director of Information Technology (IT) is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the overall information technology strategy and operations for the health system. This role ensures the secure, efficient, and compliant operation of all information technology supporting clinical, financial, and operational functions. The Director of IT will lead initiatives to enhance healthcare delivery through technology, including electronic health records (EHR), telehealth platforms, cybersecurity programs, data analytics, and infrastructure management. The position plays a critical role in improving patient access, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance across the health system.

BAXTER HEALTH COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Understands and adheres to Baxter Health standards as they appear in Dynamic Health and Healthstream Policy Manager.

Required to work with the VP, Chief Financial Officer regularly to carryout, initiate and/or implement best practices for the Baxter Health Information Technology Department.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Health Informatics or related field required. Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Health Informatics, or Business Administration preferred.

Experience: 5-7 years of progressive IT leadership experience, 5+ years of healthcare IT experience required, experience in rural health systems, critical access hospitals, or multi-site healthcare organizations preferred.

Certification: CHCIO (Certified Healthcare CIO), CISSP (Cybersecurity), PMP (Project Management) and/or ITIL certification preferred.

Core Competencies:

• Healthcare Information Systems
• Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Cybersecurity and Risk Management
• Telehealth Technology
• Strategic Planning
• Healthcare Compliance
• Data Analytics and Reporting
• Vendor Negotiation
• Budget Management
• Leadership and Team Development

Other: Must be extremely detail oriented, organized and conscientious to ensure high quality work. Excellent time-management and follow-up skills to ensure work deadlines are met. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality with regard to HIPAA and organizational operations.

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Safety Sensitive Designation:

This position is not deemed safety sensitive.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following: Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to solve problems and make decisions. Spend eight (8) hours or more in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse, daily. Ability to regularly stand and walk, occasionally bend, squat and twist, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds using proper body mechanics. Must have a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity with or without correction. Must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure.

Work Environment
This position operates in a healthcare environment supporting hospitals, surgery centers, clinics, and community outreach programs. Occasional travel between facilities may be required.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a position in a healthcare setting which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Work schedule is typically 5 days a week, Monday – Friday, work hours may exceed 40 hours per week. Required to respond after hours, on weekends and during inclement weather due to emergent situations.