Manager, Information Technology

at  Ontario Health atHome

Job Description:CARE AND BE CARED FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOMEARE YOU A STRATEGIC LEADER THAT DRIVES EFFECTIVENESS, EFFICIENCY AND STANDARDIZATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES? ARE YOU INTERESTED IN A ROLE WHERE YOUR IT EXPERTISE, LEADERSHIP SKILLS, AND BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE WILL HAVE AN IMPACT ON HEALTHCARE TRANSFORMATION IN ONTARIO? YOU ARE LOOKING IN THE RIGHT PLACE!
Take a look at this rewarding career opportunity working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals. We are amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move to a more connected health care system through the Ontario Health Teams model of care.
Ontario Health at Home is looking for an experienced leader in Information Technology. Reporting to the Director, Information Technology, the Manager, Information Technology acts as a resource for the organization and staff in regards to the application of Information Technology (IT) systems. The position provides direction and supervision to the Information Technology staff and monitors performance. The role plans and develops strategic direction for the Ontario Health atHome Mississauga Halton area in relation to the facilities, records, communications and computer systems.

WHY JOIN US?

If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.

• Collaborates in the development and execution of the Information Technology strategy to ensure alignment with business objectives
• Provides direction, advice, and technical support to all Ontario Health atHome Mississauga Halton area staff regarding technology assets
• Consults, negotiates and partners with external IT vendors
• In co-operation with members of management team, develops and implements new IT systems/projects to improve the Ontario Health atHome Mississauga Halton area business processes through the use of technology
• Maintains the integrity and continual operation of the Ontario Health atHome Mississauga Halton area network
• Participates in the development and successful implementation of the department’s annual priorities in alignment with organizational priorities
• Implements and monitors tools and processes that enable the delivery of high quality and safe services
• Reviews, assesses and/or recommends policy and programs that best meet the needs of the department
• Provides advice on departmental issues, challenges and risks to senior management and/or Ontario Health atHome Mississauga Halton area employees
• Provides leadership to designated work groups, programs and committees
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal and external partners to enable the development of a sustainable health system
• Collaborates with stakeholders in the implementation of department plans and programs
• Manages the effective and efficient distribution and utilization of department members based on the established productivity levels, program goals and guidelines
• Maintains a work environment that promotes participation, teamwork and positive employee relations
• Leads regular department meetings to set goals and monitor department performance and engages the team in successful accomplishment of goals

What must you have?

• University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Science or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Five to seven years’ experience in an information technology development and support capacity, with minimum two years in a management role
• Knowledge of management information systems, technology, software and hardware, network, infrastructure, servers, Win server, etc.
• Committed to on-going learning and being aware of new developments and emerging issues in technology
• Change management skills to identify support needed to achieve objectives
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, providing constructive, meaningful and timely interaction with all levels of staff
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to present technical data in non-technical terms to different audiences
• Solid mentoring and coaching skills
• Self-directed with an ability to organize, plan, prioritize and multi-task
• Demonstrated critical thinking
• We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date