Sr Director, Telecom (IT)

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Over the last decade, we set out to be the world's greatest dialysis company, and over the next decade, we're poised to build the greatest healthcare community the world has ever seen. When you join the DaVita Village, you're joining a winning team. Through our commitment to training, growth and quality, we consistently achieve superior clinical outcomes while giving teammates the opportunity to excel in an award-winning environment that enables them to thrive both professionally and personally.

We are seeking a Senior Director, Technology Integration to play a crucial role in shaping our governance framework and implementing best practices for current/future integrations for DaVita International. As such, this role demands a seasoned IT leader with demonstrated ability to run a business at scale, on top of IT leadership experience deploying enterprise tools. This leader needs to have exceptional project management and leadership skills to lead cross-functional teams. The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position, however, these are not exhaustive.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Assess existing technologies and technology architectures and define approach for separation and integration in partnership with Seller throughout the transition period

• Provide expertise and guidance on new market entry technology considerations and address potential impact to functional team expectations on capabilities

• Develop Program and Project IT delivery schedules, identifying key milestone/contract deliverables that are aligned with interfacing programs/projects, dependencies and customers/suppliers

• Develop a recommendation on the appropriate future state IT architecture for an acquired business, in partnership with operational and clinical experts. Particular focuses on:

  • EMR and data strategy

  • ERP system

  • Evaluation of in-flight tools within the existing business to determine if they are fit for purpose for expansion to newly integrated markets (in particular, EMR)

  • Ensuring that existing business tools (in particular, EMR) are fit for purpose for volume and functionality expansion and address gaps

• Lead teams, accountable for the end-to-end delivery for information technology components of the integration/separation program and establishing the future state architecture

• Act as a liaison between business owners/project stakeholders, and integration project IT team, ensuring effective communication and understanding

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand operational processes, identify improvement opportunities and manage project/product requirements

• Enhance or improve business processes via integration or, as necessary, minimize the impact of integration on those processes

• Work with General Managers to establish and manage budget, structure team resources, and generate efficiencies in new markets

• Manage vendors and evaluate vendor partners/solutions for appropriate coverage and support within new markets

• Manage TSA contracts until completion

• Ensure operating model and infrastructure decisions throughout transition period are in full alignment with DaVita standards and IT strategy following International IT governance processes- functional accountability to DaVita International Senior Director, IT

Following are the qualifications and certifications associated for this job position. Some are required and others are preferred.

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
• 8 to 10 years of experience in a IT leadership position
• Ability to grasp complex business requirements and processes and provide appropriate solutions
• Ability to apply critical thinking in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Experienced in coordinating and facilitating problem solving, with demonstrated ability to define and accomplish objectives
• Broad working knowledge of IT systems and applications, contract agreements, and project management methodology
• Experience with both large-scale multinational corporations and smaller-scale start-up organizations preferred. International experience highly preferred
• Managerial experience and the capability to build highly effective teams and followership in both direct and matrix management support models

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
* A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
* Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
* Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
* Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
* A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
* Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation. Enter text here

Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.

Go to http://careers.davita.com to learn more or apply.

What We'll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out

• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace , backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform StarLearning.

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Salary/ Wage Range

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

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