VP-Chief Medical Information Officer- Johns Hopkins Medicine

The Opportunity

The Vice President, Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO) at Johns Hopkins Medicine (JHM) offers a unique opportunity to partner with clinical, operational, and technology leaders in shaping the future of AI and digital innovation at one of the nation's most respected academic healthcare institutions. The position offers a platform to shape the future of medical informatics and the ethical integration of AI at a world-class academic medical center that has been synonymous with innovation, research excellence, and ground-breaking patient care for over a century. The CMIO will have the privilege of guiding JHM through its next chapter of transformation, ensuring technology not only supports but also elevates the institution's mission of improving health and advancing discovery.

As a senior leader, the CMIO will collaborate with key leaders to develop the vision for how informatics and emerging technologies- including the latest advancements in agentic AI- can meaningfully transform care delivery, improve workflows, and drive research breakthroughs. The leader will partner with clinical, academic, and IT leaders across the School of Medicine and Health System to establish governance structures that balance innovation with high ethical standards, ensuring JHM remains at the forefront of healthcare advancements while never losing sight of its patient-centered values. A critical component of this work will be to drive optimization of clinical systems across JHM while seamlessly integrating new technologies and innovations to enhance the delivery of clinical care. Amid a rapidly accelerating pace of technological change and an ever-growing array of existing and emerging tools, this leader will play a critical role in prioritizing investments while expertly guiding change management efforts.

The opportunity calls for a leader with both clinical credibility and a deep understanding of technology and data, who can foster trust and collaboration across a complex, multi-site organization. The ideal candidate is a servant leader —authentic, inclusive, and grounded —who can listen with empathy while also articulating a compelling vision for the future. Success in this role depends not only on technical expertise but also on the ability to build relationships across faculty, clinicians, and administrators, gaining consensus and inspiring confidence in a culture that values humility, collegiality, and collective achievement over ego or hierarchy.

The CMIO will find themselves in an environment that invests in their leaders. This is an excellent opportunity to join a mission-driven organization where innovation and discovery are pursued for the sake of better care, where collaboration is the currency of progress, and where the CMIO can shape a lasting legacy of transformative change in healthcare.

Reporting Relationships

• Dual report to the Dean/CEO of Johns Hopkins Medicine, with a dotted line report to the Enterprise Chief Information Officer
• The Associate CMIO for JHM is a direct report. Each hospital and John Hopkins Community Physicians has their own entity CMIO (total of 8) that reports indirectly to the JHM CMIO
• The CMIO will have a leadership position in the AI and Data Trust Council
• The CMIO networks regularly with all key physician leaders across Johns Hopkins Medicine

Responsibilities

This role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, reflecting the dynamic nature of the CMIO position and the need to adapt to new challenges and opportunities in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive clinical informatics strategy aligned with the health system's overall mission and goals
• Provide leadership and guidance in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of new health IT solutions, with a focus on AI-powered technologies
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including clinicians, IT staff, administrators, and researchers, to foster a culture of innovation and data-driven decision-making
• Oversee the development and implementation of AI governance frameworks and policies to ensure responsible and ethical AI use
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in medical informatics and healthcare technology
• Be a steadfast partner of IT leadership, ensuring focus, marshalling support, managing change, and enabling organizational transformation

AI Governance and Deployment

• Lead the development and implementation of policies and procedures for the ethical use of AI in clinical practice
• Establish clear accountability frameworks for AI systems and their outputs
• Oversee the selection, validation, and deployment of AI-powered tools, including agentic AI applications
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and ethical guidelines related to AI in healthcare
• Educate clinicians and staff on the responsible use of AI and its potential impact on patient care
• Monitor the performance and impact of AI systems to identify areas for improvement and ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Evaluate and select AI tools and platforms, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and fit for the organization's needs while adhering to ethical considerations and regulatory requirements
• Champion the use of AI in a manner that complements and enhances human expertise, recognizing the importance of balancing technological advancements with the human touch in patient care

Clinical Informatics

• Optimize the use of the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system to enhance clinical workflows and patient care
• Lead the development and implementation of clinical decision support tools, leveraging AI capabilities to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment effectiveness
• Promote the adoption of telehealth and remote patient monitoring programs, integrating AI to enhance patient engagement and care coordination
• Oversee the development and implementation of data analytics initiatives to improve quality of care, patient safety, and operational efficiency
• Support the optimization of clinician productivity and efficient use of time, mitigating the risk of physician burnout related to technology use
• Ensure highly effective governance processes for making the best decisions about which systems to deploy and how to configure them across a wide range of capabilities, including ordering, clinical documentation, decision support, clinical communication, and revenue cycle management
• Act as a frequent and effective point of escalation when there are challenges with governance and decision-making processes

Interoperability and Data Exchange

• Spearhead initiatives to enhance interoperability with external healthcare partners, ensuring seamless data exchange and care coordination across different settings
• Collaborate with other healthcare organizations and technology providers to promote data sharing and standardization, contributing to a more connected and efficient healthcare ecosystem

Candidate Qualifications
Education/Certification

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certification in a medical specialty.

Knowledge and Work Experience

• Minimum of 6 years of clinical experience in an academic medical health system setting.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a leadership role related to clinical informatics.
• Demonstrated expertise in the implementation and use of Epic EHR systems.
• Strong understanding of AI and its applications in healthcare, including emerging agentic AI capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Experience in developing and implementing AI governance frameworks in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of ethical considerations and potential biases associated with AI in healthcare.
• Demonstrated understanding of various AI approaches, including machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing, and their potential applications in a healthcare setting.
• Understanding of agentic AI capabilities and their potential applications in healthcare.
• Ability to assess and mitigate risks associated with AI deployment.

Salary Range: Minimum $/visit - Maximum $/visit. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

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