VuePoint Diagnostics is seeking an experienced healthcare Head of Technology to join our rapidly growing company. In this role, you will be responsible for defining and managing all aspects of our technology to ensure a secure, reliable, and cost-effective foundation to support continued growth. This role will be accountable for: cybersecurity, infrastructure, platforms/systems, vendors, policies, and processes. The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of healthcare, HITRUST certification processes, and has been part of the leadership team in a rapid growth company. This individual will be a key member of the leadership team reporting directly to the COO.??
Primary Responsibilities:?
- Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors and suppliers, ensuring effective partnerships and leveraging their expertise to ensure secure and reliable solutions are implemented.?
- Ensure that our key technology services are resilient, secure and scalable and that our cyber security, software development, support processes and systems are constantly improved.?
- Lead a growing team of technology professionals, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure efficient, reliable, and effective operations.?
- Ensure cybersecurity and compliance with relevant privacy and data protection regulations including HITRUST certification requirements and implement ongoing, reliable, and robust security measures to cost-effectively safeguard sensitive information.??
- Ensure management and monitoring of all systems, platforms, infrastructure, and work locations, ensuring secure and seamless functionality while identifying areas for improvement.?
- Develop, build support for, and execute the technology strategy to achieve defined Objectives and Key Results.?
- Manage and prioritize technology projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.??
- Contribute to annual budgeting and financial monitoring for technology expenses.?
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends and provide strategic recommendations accordingly.?
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement technological initiatives that enhance productivity and optimize business processes.?
- Partner with leaders across the organization to assess technology needs and make strategic recommendations for technology investment, upgrades, or replacement.??
- Oversee the development and maintenance of software solutions, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and scalability.?
- Provide ongoing feedback to the leadership team on matters related to technology.?
- Manage the department's budget, optimize resource allocation and minimizing expense.
Qualifications and Skills:?
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in computer science, data analytics, or business.?
- 7+ years leading technology teams and developing team members.?
- Successful history of managing partners, vendors, and supplier relationships.?
- Experience defining and implementing strategic technology plans.?
- Experience with HITRUST? and/or SOC Type 2 audits and processes.??
- Collaboration mindset with a desire to turn problems and opportunities into solutions.
- Experience building budgets and strategic plans for technology.??
- Deep understanding of cybersecurity standards, regulatory standards, and quality control.?
- Skilled communicator with the ability to share complex topics with less technical colleagues.??
- Ability to design technology solutions to ensure confidentiality of all patients and other relevant information under HIPAA Guidelines.
- Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
VuePoint Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental,?veteran?or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal,?state?or local law.?