Deputy General Manager Information Technology

You are looking for a Deputy General Manager - IT (DGM-IT) to join our organization's multi-city hospital network in India. Reporting directly to the Vice President of IT (CIO), you will play a crucial role in driving the digital transformation agenda across our hospital network. We are seeking a strategic thinker with deep expertise in healthcare IT, a strong grasp of digital innovation, and a successful track record in leading enterprise-wide transformation initiatives. As the DGM-IT, your key responsibilities will include collaborating with the VP/CIO to define and execute the digital and IT strategy aligned with the organization's long-term goals. You will act as a thought partner in identifying emerging technologies and digital trends relevant to healthcare delivery and operations. Additionally, you will oversee the implementation and optimization of core healthcare IT systems, ensuring interoperability, data integrity, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Your role will also involve driving cybersecurity and data governance initiatives and leading digital innovation projects such as telemedicine, AI/ML in diagnostics, patient engagement platforms, and mobile health apps. You will be responsible for managing cross-functional teams, monitoring KPIs, and ensuring the timely delivery of digital initiatives within budget and scope. Stakeholder engagement is a critical aspect of this role, as you will work closely with clinical, administrative, and business leadership to understand their needs and co-create digital solutions. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills are essential for success in this position. Ideally, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with a Master's in Healthcare Management, MBA, or equivalent preferred. You should possess 10-15 years of experience in IT/digital leadership roles, with at least 5 years in healthcare or hospital IT. Proven experience in leading digital transformation or large-scale IT modernization programs, as well as a strong understanding of healthcare workflows, clinical systems, and regulatory frameworks, are required. Exposure to AI/ML, IoT, and data analytics in healthcare, experience with cloud platforms, and familiarity with the Indian healthcare ecosystem and public-private healthcare models are preferred skills for this role.,