What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Manager position at SYRINGA HOSPITAL DISTRICT DBA SYRINGA HOSPITAL & CLINICS?
Responsible for planning, organizing and directing the day-to-day operations of the Health Informatics Technology Department which encompasses all technology including hardware, software, networks, EHR, FOIP, and tele- and video conferencing.
Essential Duties:
-Investigates and facilitates resolutions of identified IT issues, including equipment, software functionality and workflow. Assists in individualizing equipment configuration for end users to improve workflow and/or satisfaction.
-Manages the relationship with the EHR vendor.
-Develops short term and long-range strategic planning/budgeting for new or upgraded IT technology. Manages the in house and outsourced IT services.
-Manages all IT contracts for EHR, network, telehealth, and others as needed.
-Manages the security of the IT infrastructure, use and access; develops and oversees departmental and organization wide policies to assures compliance and security.
-Develops the department annual budget; pays bills; approves and manages department staff time and attendance.
-Responsible for the department’s participation in SHC’s Performance Improvement program, including development and review of internal department quality monitors, tracking and reporting quarterly PI findings in a timely manner, reporting all patient quality issues, and facilitating on-going education for staff regarding their role in the PI process.
