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Chief Technology Officer

Dr. Mehta's Hospitals · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Role OverviewThe Chief Technology Officer (CTO) will lead the hospital’s technology strategy, digital transformation, healthcare IT infrastructure, and innovation initiatives. The role will ensure that technology enhances patient care, operational efficiency, clinical outcomes, regulatory compliance, and data security. The CTO will oversee Electronic Health Records (EHR), hospital information systems, telemedicine platforms, medical device integration, cybersecurity, data analytics, and AI-driven healthcare solutions.Key Responsibilities1. Technology Strategy & LeadershipDevelop and implement the hospital’s technology vision and digital roadmap aligned with clinical and operational goals.Drive digital transformation initiatives across clinical and administrative functions.Evaluate emerging healthcare technologies such as:AI-assisted diagnosticsRemote patient monitoringClinical decision support systemsHealthcare data analyticsCollaborate with the leadership team to integrate technology into strategic planning and growth initiatives.2. Hospital IT Infrastructure & SystemsOversee implementation and management of:Hospital Information System (HIS)Electronic Health Records (EHR)Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS)Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)Radiology Information Systems (RIS)Patient management systemsPharmacy management systemsBilling & insurance integration systems3. Cybersecurity & Data GovernanceDevelop hospital-wide cybersecurity policies and frameworks.Protect sensitive patient health data and hospital systems.Implement security measures aligned with standards such as:National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments.4. Digital Health & InnovationLead initiatives in:Telemedicine platformsMobile health appsAI-based diagnosticsRemote patient monitoringIoT-enabled medical devicesSmart hospital technologies5. Clinical Technology IntegrationEnsure seamless integration between medical devices and hospital IT systems.Work closely with clinical teams to implement clinical decision support systems.Support departments like:RadiologyCardiologyPathologyIntensive Care Units (ICU)6. Data Analytics & AIDevelop hospital data strategy and analytics capabilities.Implement dashboards for:Clinical performance metricsPatient outcomesOperational efficiencyFinancial analyticsLeverage AI and machine learning for predictive healthcare insights.7. Vendor & Technology Partner ManagementEvaluate and manage relationships with:Healthcare software vendorsCloud service providersMedical technology companiesLead procurement for hospital IT infrastructure.Ensure technology solutions meet cost, performance, and compliance standards.8. IT Operations & SupportLead the hospital’s IT operations team.Ensure 24/7 uptime for mission-critical systems.Manage:Data centersCloud infrastructureNetwork infrastructureDisaster recovery and business continuity planning.9. Budgeting & Financial PlanningPrepare and manage the technology budget.Evaluate ROI for digital health investments.Optimize technology costs while improving service delivery.10. Team LeadershipBuild and lead high-performing teams across:IT infrastructureSoftware developmentData analyticsCybersecurityClinical informaticsMentor teams and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.QualificationsEducationBachelor’s or Master’s degree in:Computer ScienceInformation TechnologyMCAExperience15+ years in technology leadership7+ years in healthcare technology leadershipExperience working in:HospitalsHealthcare technology companiesDigital health startupsHealthcare consulting firmsTechnical SkillsHospital Information Systems (HIS)EHR / EMR systemsCloud platforms (AWS, Azure)Cybersecurity frameworksHealthcare interoperability standardsImmediate Joiners preferredCandidates only from Hospitals please applyImmediate joiners preferredTamil Speaking must ( Mandatory )Please call HR @ 7305096562 ( for Immediate Appointment ) - We will happy connecting with you!