IT Manager/Director

About the role

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.

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