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# Director of Information Technology

- **Company:** SC PRIMARY HEALTH CARE ASSOC
- **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States
- **Salary:** $76,000.0 - $95,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems, Databases, Health Information Technology, Software Systems, Computer Network Operations, Electronic Medical Records, Information Technology, Performance Monitor
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d042b0f63f0b428a

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Health Administration, or a related field.
 * Minimum of three years of IT/Information Systems experience in the healthcare sector, including at least two years in a management role.
 * Extensive knowledge of electronic health records (EHRs) and health information technology (HIT).
 * Strong understanding of computer systems, networks, cybersecurity, telecommunications, databases, and technology infrastructure.
 * Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, strategic planning, and project management abilities.
 * Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
 * Valid South Carolina driver's license and willingness to travel., * Graduate degree in a related field.
 * Experience working with community health centers or federally qualified health centers (FQHCs).
 * Relevant IT certifications and continuing education., * Describe your knowledge and experience of electronic health records (EHRs) and health information technology (HIT).

Education:

 * Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

 * IT/Information Systems: 3 years (Required)
 * management: 2 years (Required)
 * managing computer systems, networks, and cybersecurity: 3 years (Required)
 * managing telecomm, databases and tech. infrastructure: 3 years (Required)
 * community health centers or FQHCs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

 * South Carolina Driver's License (Required)

## Description

Are you an experienced IT leader who is passionate about using technology to improve healthcare delivery? Do you thrive in a leadership role where you can develop innovative solutions, lead talented professionals, and make a meaningful impact?

The South Carolina Primary Health Care Association (SCPHCA) is seeking a strategic, forward-thinking Director of Information Technology to lead our organization's technology operations and the South Carolina Health Center Controlled Network (HCCN).

This is an exciting opportunity to combine your technical expertise, leadership skills, and healthcare industry knowledge to help community health centers across South Carolina leverage technology to improve patient care, operational efficiency, and health outcomes., As our Director of Information Technology, you'll play a key leadership role in shaping technology strategy, supporting healthcare innovation, and ensuring our systems and networks operate efficiently and securely.

Lead Healthcare Technology Innovation

 * Direct the South Carolina Health Center Controlled Network (HCCN), supporting participating community health centers in maximizing the use of health information technology.
 * Advance the adoption and optimization of electronic health records (EHRs), telehealth, interoperability, and population health management solutions.
 * Collaborate with health centers to identify technology needs, develop improvement plans, and implement effective solutions.
 * Lead technical assistance and training initiatives that help health centers improve patient care and operational performance.

Drive IT Strategy & Operations

 * Oversee SCPHCA's internal technology infrastructure, systems, cybersecurity, and network operations.
 * Develop and implement IT strategies, policies, and technology improvements aligned with organizational goals.
 * Evaluate emerging technologies, recommend system upgrades, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
 * Manage technology vendors, software solutions, equipment purchases, and IT-related budgets.

Provide Strategic Leadership

 * Lead, mentor, and develop HCCN and IT staff while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team.
 * Oversee HCCN work plans, grant applications, performance monitoring, and reporting requirements.
 * Build strong relationships with healthcare organizations, technology partners, vendors, and state and national stakeholders.
 * Stay ahead of emerging healthcare technology trends, regulations, and industry best practices.