Director of IT Project Management & Health Info

- Oversee and manage the IT project management office (PMO), IT Procurement process, and HIM department along with associated staff - Develop and implement the IT project management, procurement, and HIT strategies aligned with company goals and regulatory standards - Establish and promote best practices, standards, and methodologies for project management - Identify and introduce cost-effective procurement methods and sustainable vendor partnerships - Lead a team, ensuring effective planning, monitoring, and execution of tasks - Recruit, train, and mentor staff to cultivate a high-performing team - Oversee a diverse portfolio of IT projects from start to finish - Track project progress, resource use, and budgets to guarantee timely and budget-compliant delivery - Address risks and issues and apply strategies to keep projects on course - Collaborate closely with internal and external parties, including senior leadership and clients, to comprehend project needs and expectations - Maintain open communication and build positive relationships with stakeholders to foster project success - Administer budgets for IT projects, HIM operations, and IT activities ensuring resource optimization and accurate invoice processing - Develop and oversee IT procurement budgets, focusing on cost estimates, forecasting, and control strategies - Ensure compliance with project management methodologies, tools, and reporting - Negotiate contracts, agreements, and service-level agreements securing favorable terms and liaising with the Legal department as required - Ensure compliance with medical records regulations and oversee the management and maintenance of patient health information - Liaise with Medical Staff leaders to confirm provider documentation requirements are satisfied in the EHR - Oversee Release of Information and manage patient record merging, amendments, corrections, and deficiencies - Monitor and ensure the accuracy and integrity of medical records while upholding security and privacy - Maintain adherence to HIM and hospital policies regarding medical records, complying with applicable regulations such as CMS, Joint Commission, and HIPAA - Advocate for interoperability among healthcare systems to facilitate seamless data exchange and integration of health information - Perform additional duties as assigned