Information Technology Manager

Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm generally. Due to the nature of the position hours may be adjusted during peak operations.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

The IT Manager will plan, organize and supervise the daily operations of a variety of information technology devices and systems within a healthcare environment that clinically operates through an electronic medical record with multiple interfaces and devices. They will be responsible for developing innovative network troubleshooting methods that enhances security, efficiency, lower costs and reduces the risk of down time. The IT Manager will ensure that systems are maintained within a HIPAA environment and will work collaboratively with a variety of department managers to include physicians, nurses, counselors, support staff, the University’s Information Technology department and software vendors to determine upgrades and growth needs. Individual will develop and monitor the IT yearly budget, supervise the help desk ticketing system and will provide complex technical support. Individual will assist in the management of the health center’s website. Responsible for the supervision of assigned staff and exercises the usual authority concerning staffing, performance appraisals and discipline, as well as training staff on a variety of IT software and systems, and will be responsible for creating and administering disaster and security plans in compliance with HIPAA in the event of a crisis.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology Systems, business administration or related field and 4 years experience in computer operations or a related field; or equivalency

Experience with electronic health information systems, HIPAA security regulations and working within a health care environment are highly desirable. Prior supervisory experience preferred and experience generating complex reports, analyzing and providing solutions to complex problems. Experience with practices, procedures and control techniques associated with confidentiality, integrity and functional knowledge of network security defenses. Familiar with project management concepts. Experience with HL-7 interfaces.

Ability and willingness to quickly learn new applications and adapt to a changing healthcare environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong resourcefullness skills. Intrinsically motivated and task oriented in a team environment. Ability to exercise good judgment in organizing work and setting priorities, balancing the interests of staff and readily readjusting priorities to respond to customer needs and expectations. Demonstrated strong ethical, professional and service-oriented leadership and interpersonal skills. Ability to provide excellent customer service in a positive and solutions-based manner.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. 
We are only accepting applications submitted by July 28, 2019

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, disability, protected veteran status or genetics.