Chief Information Officer (CIO) en Quorum Health

Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Quorum Health – Based in Brentwood, TN

Position Overview

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is a pivotal member of Quorum Health’s Executive Leadership Team, responsible for shaping and executing a technology vision that drives operational excellence, clinical quality, and patient-centered care across our $1B rural health system. This is a rare opportunity to lead transformative change in how healthcare is delivered to rural communities nationwide. The CIO will ensure stability, scalability, and security across all IT systems while championing innovation, interoperability, and data-driven decision-making.  The ideal candidate is both a visionary strategist and hands-on leader, capable of balancing innovation with operational realities, and deeply committed to the mission of rural healthcare.

As the organization’s top technology leader, the CIO will:

• Build and inspire a high-performing IT team
• Align technology investments with organizational priorities
• Guide executive leaders and the Board on emerging trends and strategic opportunities
• Lead complex initiatives such as enterprise EHR transitions, system integrations, and IT operating model optimization

Key Responsibilities

 Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Define and execute a forward-looking IT strategy aligned with Quorum Health’s mission, business goals, and growth plans
• Serve as the organization’s primary advisor on technology trends, innovations, and investments
• Champion digital transformation initiatives that enhance patient care, clinical workflows, and operational performance

Enterprise Technology Oversight

• Direct all aspects of IT operations, including applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data management, and analytics
• Ensure stability, scalability, and interoperability of all core systems, including EHR/EMR platforms
• Oversee the integration of newly acquired facilities and lead system consolidations, such as the move toward a single EMR

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain full compliance with HIPAA, HITECH, and other applicable regulations
• Implement robust IT governance frameworks, security standards, and disaster recovery plans
• Mitigate operational and cyber risks through proactive monitoring, controls, and incident response readiness

Operational Excellence & Performance

• Lead high-performing teams and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Optimize IT service delivery models, balancing insourced leadership and outsourced managed services
• Drive measurable improvements in system uptime, response times, and user satisfaction

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner closely with clinical, operational, and administrative leaders to align technology with business needs
• Communicate IT strategy and performance to the Board of Directors and executive peers
• Build strong vendor and partner relationships to ensure value, performance, and innovation

Qualifications

 Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience in healthcare, including 5+ years at the executive level
• Proven success leading IT for a complex, multi-facility healthcare system; rural health experience preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in vendor management and hybrid sourcing models (insourcing/outsourcing)
• Proven ability to lead enterprise-wide EHR transitions, integrations, or consolidations
• Experience navigating mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and TSA transitions
• Strong understanding of clinical systems (EHR/EMR), interoperability standards, revenue cycle platforms, and healthcare analytics
• Experience with IT governance, security, and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, HITRUST, HIPAA)

Skills & Attributes

• Visionary thinker with a track record of translating strategic goals into actionable IT roadmaps
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and change management skills
• Strong business acumen with the ability to weigh innovation against operational and budgetary realities
• Adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration among clinical, operational, and administrative teams
• Resilient and adaptable in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Passion for improving healthcare access, quality, and outcomes in rural communities

Travel Requirements:

• Some travel required.

This job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities that may be given to any employee.  The duties and responsibilities outlined in this position may be added to or changed when deemed appropriate and necessary by the person who is managerially responsible for this position.