Director of IT
Location: Sherman Oaks, CA
Description
Position
Summary
The Director of Information
Technology provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of all
technology systems across the organization, ensuring a secure, reliable, and
efficient IT environment that supports both clinical and business operations.
This role oversees infrastructure, cybersecurity, telecommunications, and
system performance across all clinic locations. The Director ensures the
seamless operation and integration of all core systems including EMR platforms,
Microsoft 365, user accounts, .com and .net email domains, network
infrastructure, system migrations, printers, and phone systems while
aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals and compliance
standards.
Key
Responsibilities
Strategic
Leadership & IT Governance
- Develop and execute the organization’s IT strategy in
alignment with operational and business objectives.
- Lead technology modernization and system migration
initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption.
- Oversee IT budgeting, resource allocation, and
long-term technology planning to support scalability and operational
excellence.
- Establish and maintain IT policies, standards, and best
practices for data security, compliance, and system reliability.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to implement
technology solutions that enhance patient care, staff efficiency, and
organizational performance.
Systems
& Infrastructure Management
- Direct the management, configuration, and maintenance
of all core systems, including EMR, Microsoft 365, local networks, and
cloud-based applications.
- Oversee the setup, management, and deactivation of
user accounts, ensuring proper access permissions for EMR, email,
network, and phone systems.
- Administer and support .com and .net email
environments, ensuring secure, efficient communication systems across
all locations.
- Manage the implementation and ongoing support of system
migrations, integrations, and upgrades, maintaining business
continuity and data integrity.
- Oversee the performance and functionality of printers,
phone systems, and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Maintain inventory and lifecycle management of all IT
assets, including hardware, phones, printers, and software licenses.
- Ensure consistent uptime, connectivity, and system reliability across all clinical and business environments.
Cybersecurity
& Compliance
- Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies and controls
to protect organizational data and patient information.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, data privacy regulations,
and internal data governance requirements.
- Oversee regular system audits, access reviews,
vulnerability assessments, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Lead incident response, data recovery, and post-migration
security validation processes.
Operational
Support & Team Leadership
- Manage the IT support function to ensure prompt and
effective resolution of technical issues across departments and clinics.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to IT staff, fostering
accountability, responsiveness, and customer service excellence.
- Establish and track performance metrics for IT service
delivery, uptime, and response times.
- Partner with department leaders to proactively identify
technology needs and implement practical, secure solutions.
- Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring
timely configuration of computers, EMR access, email accounts, and phone
extensions for all staff.
Vendor
& Stakeholder Management
- Manage relationships with technology vendors, EMR
providers, telecom carriers, and managed service partners.
- Oversee contract negotiations, renewals, and
service-level agreements for all IT-related services, including phone and
printer systems.
- Serve as the key liaison between IT and business units,
ensuring clear communication and alignment during technology initiatives
and system transitions.
Requirements:
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer
Science, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive IT experience,
including at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
- Proven success managing IT operations in a healthcare
or multi-site environment.
- Hands-on experience with system migrations, EMR
administration, and user account management.
- Strong understanding of Microsoft 365, .com/.net email
systems, phone infrastructure, and printer management.
- Demonstrated experience in cybersecurity, compliance,
and IT governance.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strategic thinker with strong leadership, analytical,
and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
skills across technical and non-technical teams.
- Deep understanding of HIPAA, data privacy, and
information security best practices.
- Proficiency in Windows environments, Microsoft 365, and
enterprise IT systems.
- Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on
operational support when needed.
Other Requirements:
- Reliable transportation for travel to clinic sites as
required.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs (IT equipment).