Program Director - Statewide Health Information Exchange

About the role

VetsEZ is seeking a Program Director for an onsite position in Jackson, Mississippi, supporting the implementation and operation of a statewide Health Information Exchange (HIE) and the development of a Health Data Utility (HDU). The role leads program delivery and provider relations, combining statewide HIE strategy with healthcare outreach, participation growth and executive stakeholder engagement. The opportunity is contingent upon contract award, and travel to healthcare facilities and stakeholder meetings within Mississippi is required.

Key responsibilities

• Lead statewide HIE strategy, implementation priorities, governance and program performance.
• Build relationships with state leadership, hospital executives, provider associations and community stakeholders.
• Direct provider outreach, prioritize prospective participants and communicate the value of HIE participation.
• Oversee budgets, delivery risks, staffing, vendors and service performance across the program.
• Resolve provider concerns and escalations, coordinating with onboarding and operational teams.
• Track adoption and program outcomes, report progress and guide long-term operational sustainability.
• Take on additional tasks as needed to support team objectives.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in health administration, public health, information systems or a related field; a Master's degree is an additional qualification.
• 12+ years of relevant experience, including experience leading complex healthcare technology, HIE or health information programs.
• Demonstrated provider relations, executive stakeholder engagement and healthcare partnership development experience.
• Experience establishing governance, managing budgets and holding multidisciplinary teams accountable for delivery.
• Understanding of healthcare operations, interoperability and responsible health data use.
• Strong executive communication, negotiation and escalation management skills.
• U.S. citizenship, ability to obtain and maintain a Government/Public Trust clearance, and successful completion of a background check.

What we offer

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401k with employer match.
• PTO and federal holidays.
• Corporate laptop and training opportunities.