Alcon

Regional Director, Health Information Technology (West)

Alcon$185K — $344K *
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • 8+ years of experience in healthcare, pharma, diagnostics, health informatics, or technology
  • 3+ years' experience in a field leadership role
  • Strong understanding of digital health solutions and their impact
  • Proven success in developing strategies that drive measurable outcomes
  • Ability to influence stakeholders at multiple organizational levels
  • Experience leveraging data and AI for decision-making

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement regional strategies aligned with Novartis' goals
  • Execute field plans that drive business results and customer impact
  • Coach and develop Health Information Technology leaders
  • Align cross-functional priorities to accelerate execution across the portfolio
  • Oversee programs and resources for effective delivery
  • Champion EHR-enabled solutions to enhance customer engagement
  • Identify market trends and needs to inform future developments

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company contribution and match
  • Generous time off package including vacation and holidays
  • Eligibility for performance-based cash incentives and equity awards
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
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Imagine leading the future of connected healthcare at a global scale. As the Regional Director, Health Information Technology, Precision Health, you will shape how digital health solutions, Electronic Health Record integrations, and innovative technologies help improve customer engagement and support better patient experiences across Novartis' portfolio. Leading a high-performing team of Health Information Technology professionals, you will drive regional strategy, influence enterprise priorities, collaborate with senior leaders, and champion innovative, scalable solutions that strengthen customer impact. This is a unique opportunity to combine people leadership, strategic vision, and digital transformation to help reimagine how healthcare technology supports patients, providers, and the future of medicine.

Location: This position will cover the West region, including but not limited to Salt Lake City, UT, Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ, Seattle, WA, Portland, OR, San Francisco, CA, Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, Kansas City, MO, Minneapolis, MN, Milwaukee, WI, and will require up to 75% travel. The associate must reside within territory, or within a reasonable daily commuting distance of 50 miles from territory border.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement regional strategies that align with Novartis' and the Precision Health team's goals and objectives
  • Develop and execute field plans that drive measurable business results and customer impact
  • Coach, mentor, and develop Health Information Technology leaders to achieve individual and team success
  • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align priorities and accelerate execution across the portfolio
  • Oversee Health Information Technology programs, operations, and resources to ensure scalable, effective delivery
  • Champion Electronic Health Record-enabled solutions that enhance customer engagement and support therapeutic area objectives
  • Identify market trends and customer needs to inform strategy, innovation, and future program development
  • Establish processes, tools, and operational frameworks that strengthen field effectiveness and performance
  • Promote compliant, customer-centric practices while ensuring alignment with organizational and legal guardrails
  • Embed responsible artificial intelligence and digital technologies into workflows to improve effectiveness and decision-making


Essential Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree preferred
  • 8+ years of experience in healthcare/pharma/diagnostics/health informatics/technology.
  • 3+ years' experience in a field leadership role(s)
  • Strong understanding of digital health solutions and their impact on patient outcomes
  • Demonstrated success developing and executing strategic initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes
  • Proven ability to build trusted partnerships and influence cross-functional stakeholders at multiple organizational levels
  • Experience leveraging data, digital tools, and artificial intelligence to enhance decision-making and business performance
  • Candidate must reside within territory, or within a reasonable daily commuting distance of 50 miles from the territory border. Ability to travel 75% over a broad geography is required, with the ability to drive and/or fly within the territory. Must have a valid driver's license.


Novartis Compensation Summary:

The salary for this position is expected to range between $185,500 and $344,500 per year.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

Driving is an Essential Function of this Role: Meaning it is fundamental to the purpose of this job and cannot be eliminated. Because driving is an essential function of the role, you must have a fully valid and unrestricted driver's license to be qualified for this role. The company provides reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals with medical restrictions if an accommodation can be provided without eliminating the essential function of driving.

COVID-19 Vaccine Policy (customer-facing roles only): While Novartis does not require vaccination for COVID-19 or proof of a recent negative test result for COVID-19 at this time, employees working in customer-facing roles must adhere to and comply with customers' (such as hospitals, physician offices, etc.) credentialing guidelines, which may require vaccination. As required by applicable law, Novartis will consider requests for reasonable accommodation for those unable to be vaccinated. This requirement is subject to applicable state and local laws and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions. Please send accommodation requests to [redacted]

Salary Range
$185,500.00 - $344,500.00

Skills Desired
Brand Analysis, Brand Awareness, Commercial Excellence, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Engagement, Customer Insights, Digital Marketing, Influencing Skills, Inspirational Leadership, Media Campaigns, People Management, Product Marketing, Product Roadmap, Return on Investment (ROI), Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Thought Leadership, Trend Analysis

About Alcon

Alcon is a global medical company specializing in eye care products and services. The company's products include surgical equipment, contact lenses, and eye drops. Alcon was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland. The company operates in over 70 countries and has over 20,000 employees. In 2019, Alcon became an independent publicly traded company after being spun off from Novartis.
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Size
24,389 employees
Market Cap
$33.3 billion
Industry
Founded
1945
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