United States
Suitability/Public Trust
Fully remote
Information Technology
Overview
The Senior Director, Connected Health & AI Solutions, provides executive leadership and strategic oversight for enterprise digital health initiatives supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. This position is responsible for directing multiple high-visibility programs, including Patient Generated Health Data (PGHD), Connected Device Integration, and Ambient AI clinical documentation initiatives. The Senior Director leads cross-functional teams, manages complex program portfolios, aligns operational execution with organizational strategy, and collaborates with senior government and industry stakeholders to advance innovative healthcare solutions that improve Veteran access, outcomes, and provider experience.
This role is responsible for program governance, resource planning, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and enterprise-scale implementation of digital health technologies. The position serves as a key advisor to senior leadership and ensures successful execution of strategic initiatives across multiple workstreams and operational teams.
This position is fully remote within the United States.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Provides executive oversight of multiple digital health portfolios including PGHD, Connected Device Integration, and Ambient AI clinical documentation initiatives.
Develops and executes strategic roadmaps supporting enterprise digital health transformation across the Veterans Health Administration.
Advises senior leadership on emerging technologies, operational strategy, program performance, and digital health innovation opportunities.
Aligns program objectives with organizational priorities and customer mission requirements.
Program & Portfolio Management
Directs complex, multi-workstream programs from concept through enterprise deployment and sustainment.
Oversees program governance, staffing, budgets, schedules, risk mitigation, and performance metrics.
Ensures successful coordination across clinical, technical, operational, training, and implementation teams.
Establishes program priorities and resource allocation strategies to maximize mission outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement
Serves as a primary interface with senior government stakeholders, clinical leaders, operational teams, and technology partners.
Builds consensus among diverse stakeholder groups to support enterprise adoption of digital health solutions.
Leads executive briefings, strategic planning sessions, and program reviews.
Team Leadership
Leads, mentors, and develops multidisciplinary teams responsible for digital health implementation and operations.
Provides oversight for managers, program leads, subject matter experts, and project personnel.
Establishes performance objectives and promotes a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
Innovation & Enterprise Transformation
Leads enterprise adoption of emerging healthcare technologies including AI-enabled clinical documentation and connected health solutions.
Identifies opportunities to improve clinical workflows, provider efficiency, Veteran engagement, and health outcomes through technology.
Ensures compliance with federal, VA, security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Health Informatics, Information Technology, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field. Master's degree preferred. (or commensurate experience)
Minimum 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare, digital health, healthcare technology, program management, or related fields.
Minimum 5+ years leading large-scale, cross-functional programs, portfolios, or organizational initiatives.
Demonstrated experience leading complex healthcare technology implementations, digital transformation efforts, or enterprise modernization initiatives.
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams consisting of clinical, operational, technical, and program management personnel.
Strong understanding of healthcare operations, healthcare technology, digital health solutions, patient-generated health data, connected health technologies, artificial intelligence, or related healthcare innovation initiatives.
Proven ability to engage and influence executive stakeholders, customers, government leaders, and cross-functional teams.
Experience developing strategic roadmaps, managing organizational priorities, and driving measurable business and operational outcomes.
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and executive communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives while balancing strategic priorities, operational requirements, and customer expectations.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Nursing, Health Informatics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
Experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, federal healthcare programs, or large integrated healthcare systems.
Knowledge of telehealth, remote patient monitoring, patient-generated health data, clinical documentation technologies, artificial intelligence solutions, and digital health ecosystems.
Experience overseeing enterprise deployments, operational sustainment, and organizational change management initiatives.
PMP, Lean Six Sigma, Agile, Healthcare Informatics, Nursing, or other relevant professional certifications.
Clearnace Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance.
Posted Salary Range
USD $173,670.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.
But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?
What You Can Expect
Interview & Hiring Process
If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:
During the Interview Process
Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
Camera must be on
A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
During the Hiring Process
Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
Background check, to include:
Criminal history (past 7 years)
Verification of your highest level of education
Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
Employee Perks
At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Corporate Discounts
Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
Referral Bonus Program
Internal Mobility Program
Pet Insurance
Flexible Work Environment
*Available to full-time employees
Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enha
