Director of ISS Application Services

Manages day to day operations and resources. Oversees and manages the implementation of Information System projects according to timelines, deadlines and department standards. Responsible for the creation, implementation and management of technology systems for the hospital. Drives continuous improvement in all applications to deliver outstanding value and meeting strategic direction to the organization., Essential Leads the coordination and delivery of services for applications used in support of departmental operations throughout the organization. Provides leadership to assigned teams to meet the goals and objectives established by the Chief Information Officer and appropriate hospital personnel. Communicates regularly with customers on the status of services, projects and requests. Oversees planning, organizing, coordination and communication of major application initiatives throughout the organization. Works closely with ISS Leadership to provide project coordination in the provision of information services. Manages and works in coordination with Human Resources regarding assigned personnel administrative tasks (examples include: staffing levels, recruiting, professional development, continuing education, job descriptions, qualifications, staff performance, in-service and innovation). Performs administrative tasks related to financial performance of assigned departments (Tasks include, but not limited to; budget creation, budget performance, contract management, performance reporting, vendor management and invoice processing). Continuously assesses and improves department performance. Recommends the need for other resources to meet the requirements of the organization. Participates and coordinates in selecting outside sources for needed services. Enhances professional growth and maintains awareness of current industry trends, legislation and opportunities for improvement.

Additional

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area.

Do you have experience in Team leadership?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, Experience Required: Bachelor's degree in a related area with at least six years of experience in the health care field; or at least ten years of experience in the health care field of which five years with supervisory responsibility.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Managerial abilities. Possesses a high level of problem-solving skills. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Possesses the technical and professional skills of systems and procedure analysis, programming and hardware capabilities. Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of management, both inside and outside the Information Systems Services departments.

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care. It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do - in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.