The Chief Information Officer will develop, plan, and implement an information
technology (IT) strategy that meets the company’s business needs, delivers optimal
return on investment, and maintains utmost security.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Oversees projects and assignments within the Information Systems (IS)
department.
• Leads efficient operation of the team so that prompt modernization and upgrades
of IS are performed as needed.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and oversee the Electronic Health Records (EHR) workflow activities
of Missouri Highlands Health Care.
• Develop and maintain EHR application interfaces and ensure consistent
connectivity.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable federal and state EHR/HIPAA related
laws and accreditation standards; monitor and communicate changes to ensure
organizational adaptation and compliance.
• Collaborates with members of the executive team to identify ways IT can assist
the company in achieving business and financial goals.
• Identifies new IS developments and technologies; anticipates resulting
organizational modifications.
• Ensures that IT and network infrastructure adequately support the company’s
computing, data processing, and communications needs.
• Develops and implements the IT budget.
• Communicates goals, projects, and timelines of the company to the department;
plans ways to execute those goals within the department.
• Establishes long-term IS needs and plans and develops strategies for developing
systems and acquiring software and hardware necessary to meet those needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent ability to conceptualize long-term business goals and develop orderly
processes to accomplish those goals.
• Excellent managerial skills.
• Thorough understanding of information technology and information technology
systems.
Education and Experience:
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or Information Technology required.
• At least 5 years of experience in administration of information systems and
technology, with increasing level of responsibility throughout.
• In depth knowledge of database management and processing.
• Comprehensive knowledge of information systems technology (hardware,
software).
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning and keeping current with new technologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate
concepts and directions into practical solutions.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Valid Missouri Driver’s License with good driving record.
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.