IT Manager/Director

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced IT leader to guide technology strategy for a healthcare organization in Corpus Christi, Texas. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can align infrastructure, security, and clinical technology with operational goals while leading a high-performing team. The role calls for a hands-on strategic thinker who can partner with executives, support clinicians, and deliver reliable systems in a fast-paced care environment.

Responsibilities:

• Shape and execute a technology strategy that supports business objectives, operational efficiency, and high-quality patient care.

• Direct the planning and delivery of infrastructure, hardware, software, and platform improvements across the organization.

• Manage and develop the IT team, setting priorities, mentoring staff, and fostering strong execution across daily support and strategic initiatives.

• Oversee cybersecurity, data protection, backup processes, disaster recovery readiness, and regulatory compliance within a healthcare setting.

• Evaluate current systems and recommend practical technology investments, including build-versus-buy decisions that improve performance and reduce unnecessary expense.

• Partner with executive, operational, and clinical stakeholders to translate technical priorities into business-focused solutions.

• Lead complex cross-functional projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and implementation goals are met.

• Support and optimize healthcare imaging and workflow technologies, including PACS and related radiology systems where applicable.

• Establish standards for system configuration, maintenance, and reliability across networks, servers, and user-facing technology.

• Promote continuous improvement by assessing emerging tools and encouraging ongoing skill development within the IT function.

• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including substantial responsibility for strategy, operations, and team oversight.
• 10+ years of experience working within a healthcare environment; radiology industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of healthcare IT operations, HIPAA-regulated environments, and the security requirements tied to protected health information.
• Hands-on knowledge of technologies such as Active Directory, backup solutions, Cisco environments, computer hardware, configuration management, and PACS.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale technology initiatives from planning through execution while maintaining budget and schedule control.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to executive leaders, clinicians, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience building, motivating, and retaining effective IT teams in demanding operational environments.