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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Virtual Chief Information Officer (vCIO) - Healthcare - **Company:** Meriplex Solutions - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Information Technology Consulting, Software Systems, Information Technology - **Published:** June 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=989895dcede9c739 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Technology management?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Good conceptual knowledge of IT infrastructure, clinical and administrative workflows, and software systems used in long-term care facilities. * Knowledgeable in healthcare compliance, regulations, and technology standards specific to healthcare. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into actionable business strategies. * Strong business acumen with a focus on the financial and operational challenges unique to the Orthopedic industry. * Superior organization, leadership, and facilitation skills, particularly in a healthcare setting., * Bachelors degree required in related field. * 10 + years of experience in IT consulting or prior experience as CIO in specific industry vertical. * Strong business acumen with ability to communicate business benefits of technology investments. * Strong foundation in financial management with the ability to translate technology investments into financial terms. * Proven track record of maintaining C-level relationships as a trusted advisor Physical Demands: Sedentary Work - Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. ## Description A Virtual Chief Information Officer's (vCIO) reports to the Chief Innovation Officer (CIO) and is responsible for leveraging their expertise in applying information technology to help mid-size companies to meet and exceed their business objectives. The ideal profile for this position is someone who has deep understanding of current information technologies, business expertise in an industry vertical and a proven track record of advising and or leading business transformation., * Maintain deep knowledge of the client's specific needs including applications, infrastructure, and clinical and administrative workflows. * Assist clients in developing, maintaining, and managing an IT budget that meets their operational and compliance requirements. * Develop and maintain written strategic technology roadmaps that address the clients evolving needs, ensuring alignment with business objectives. * Provide strategic direction to clients by leveraging technologies that enhance resident care, optimize staff workflows, and ensure compliance. * Advise clients on regulatory requirements and support compliance efforts through appropriate technology solutions. * Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies to offer innovative solutions that address sector-specific challenges. * Conduct IT risk management assessments, focusing on minimizing risks to EPHI data, operational continuity, and care quality. * Lead regular Executive Business Review meetings with C-level executives, administrators, and department heads to review IT strategy and outcomes. ## Related Videos - [Making Interactions Accessible to All Users](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/649-making-interactions-accessible-to-all-users) - [ZEISS & Microsoft - Building the Next Generation Medical Ecosystem in the Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/424-zeiss-microsoft-building-the-next-generation-medical-ecosystem-in-the-cloud) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Rethinking Intelligence: AI, Accessibility, and the Future of Inclusive Work - Artur Ortega](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1377-rethinking-intelligence-ai-accessibility-and-the-future-of-inclusive-work-artur-ortega) - [Devs vs. Marketers, COBOL and Copilot, Make Live Coding Easy and more - The Best of LIVE 2025 - Part 3](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1766-devs-vs-marketers-cobol-and-copilot-make-live-coding-easy-and-more-the-best-of-live-2025-part-3) - [It's not easy being green](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/558-it-s-not-easy-being-green) ## Related Articles - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers)