Head of Information Technology (IT Head- Hospital Industry Only)

10 - 20 years

0 - 1 Lacs

Posted:-1 days ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic IT Leadership

  • Develop and implement the hospitals IT strategy in alignment with organizational goals.
  • Lead digital transformation initiatives (EMR/EHR adoption, telemedicine, automation, IoT, AI tools).
  • Evaluate emerging healthcare technologies and recommend adoption.

2. IT Infrastructure & Systems Management

  • Oversee installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, networks, storage, and data centers.
  • Ensure smooth functioning of HIS, PACS/RIS, LIS, ERP, HRMS, pharmacy systems, and billing systems.
  • Coordinate upgrades, patch management, and system optimization.

3. Hospital Information Systems (HIS/EMR)

  • Lead HIS/EMR deployment, customization, integration, and troubleshooting.
  • Support clinical departments to ensure systems meet medical workflow requirements.

4. Cybersecurity & Data Protection

  • Establish IT security policies to safeguard patient data (HIPAA/GDPR/local regulations).
  • Implement firewalls, antivirus, data backup, DR (disaster recovery), and business continuity plans.
  • Perform periodic audits, penetration testing, and risk assessments.

5. Vendor & Contract Management

  • Manage relationships with hardware/software vendors, cloud providers, and service partners.
  • Oversee procurement, negotiation, and contract renewals.

6. Team Leadership

  • Lead, mentor, and evaluate IT staff including network engineers, system admins, support technicians, and biomedical IT coordinators.
  • Plan training programs to enhance staff skills.

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