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This position is a hybrid in the Chicagoland area. 

The Director of IT Applications leads the strategy, implementation, and ongoing support of clinical and business application systems across our network of hospitals and clinics. The Director oversees Epic ambulatory and revenue cycle modules along with along with other revenue cycle and ancillary clinical and administrative applications. This person will manage a team of application analysts and will partner closely with finance, compliance, and operations to translate organizational needs into effective application solutions - all while maximizing the value of limited capital and operating resources.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(*Essential Functions)

Application Strategy & Leadership

Operations & Support

Stakeholder Collaboration

Fiscal & Vendor Management

Compliance & Risk

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS(Minimum Requirements)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated experience managing an EHR platform and integrated clinical/business applications.
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulatory requirements, including HIPAA and federal interoperability mandates.
• Proven ability to manage vendor relationships, contracts, and budgets in a resource-constrained environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across clinical, financial, and operational stakeholders.
• Familiarity with 340B program requirements and safety net-specific funding or reimbursement models (preferred).

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Health Informatics, Business Administration, or a related field is Required.

Master's degree in Health Informatics, Business Administration, or related fieldis Preferred.

EXPERIENCE

8+ years of progressive IT experience in a healthcare or hospital setting, including 3+ years in a leadership role overseeing application teams is required.

Experience working within a safety net, public, or critical access hospital systemis preferred.

Experience with a major EHR platform (e.g., Epic, Oracle Health/Cerner, MEDITECH) is preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CPHIMS, CHCIO) is required.

EPIC Certification is preferred.

MODEL OF CARE AND CONDUCT

Methodist Hospitals strives for excellence and insists on high standards of conduct and performance in everything we do. Our Model of Care and Conduct is designed to create a positive work environment which Methodist desires for all employees. This is foundational to the high level of patient, family and physician satisfaction we strive for each day. As part of all position's duties at Methodist Hospitals, all employees are responsible to conduct themselves in accordance with the Model of Care and Conduct and will be evaluated according to these standards of behavior.#GoMethodist