Manager, IS Applications 2

JOB SUMMARY

The Mgr IS Applications 2 will be responsible for ensuring the success of an application portfolio that involves a group of related projects, applications, and IS delivery oversight. This role will also be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with service line leaders, vendors, and other departments to help collectively further BSWH's strategic initiatives. He/she will assist respective IS Directors and/or leadership with understanding the external IS Application environment and managing the BSWH portfolio thus leading technical and process standards and supporting department budget planning and management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Responsible for the day-to-day operational activities of IT that includes Portfolio Management, stakeholder and customer relationships and IS delivery oversight of the managed services vendor.

Manages pillar portfolio management (program and project management as dictated by business needs)

Drives long term planning and strategic pillar vision creation for pillar improvements and strategies, with oversight from VP as needed

Establishes application portfolio budget and tracks to ensure budget is on track and aligned with strategic goals

Understanding of interdependencies of healthcare landscape and its influence on portfolio

Owns assorted departmental responsibilities as assigned (ie contract management, staffing/resourcing, demand management, budgeting etc)

Partners with and leads teams towards the identification of problems/opportunities from a Digital Innovation perspective

Oversee or perform the development and documentation of business requirements, objectives, deliverables, and specifications in collaboration with customers, employees, and support staff.

Actively maintains a pulse on digital disruption / innovation in healthcare

Provides recommendations for improvements that meet customer objectives

Presents and explains findings to leadership team and individuals

Conducts all human resources related activities, inclusive of interviews, supervision, performance evaluations, development, coaching, feedback, reward and recognition, scheduling, leaves, policy and procedure admin, etc.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Superior leadership, problem solving, team building, and decision-making skills.

Skilled project manager with ability to articulate business needs.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Proficient computer software and database skills.

Ability to focus and prioritize strategic objectives and work in a growing and challenging environment.

Drives long term planning and strategic portfolio vision creation for improvements and strategies, with oversight from Director and VP as needed

Understanding of interdependencies of healthcare landscape and its influence on portfolio

Establishes external relationships with other thought leaders in healthcare IT

Maintains a broad knowledge of state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and systems.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

• EXPERIENCE - 7 Years of Experience

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.