Cook Children’s Health Care System (Cook Children’s) seeks an experienced, collaborative executive to serve as its next Senior Vice President, Chief Digital Information Officer (CDIO). This is a unique opportunity to lead IT at one of the nation’s leading pediatric healthcare systems.
Based in Fort Worth, Texas, Cook Children’s is a $3.2 billion not-for-profit organization that includes a nationally recognized medical center, physician network, surgery center, home health company, health services company, health plan, and health foundation. As a premier, independent, and fully integrated health system dedicated exclusively to the health and well-being of children, Cook Children’s has seen significant growth in the last decade. Recently, this has included taking the first steps of a 10-year expansion plan that will add an additional one million square feet of space for pediatric care. With more than 10,000 employees, Cook Children’s has been consistently named one of the top employers to work in the country by Forbes. In 2024, the pediatric hospital was named the number three top employer in 2024 for large employers (5000+ employees) and the top employer in healthcare.
The CDIO is a key member of the senior leadership team and responsible for all aspects of Cook Children’s digital applications and technology. Key areas of focus for the CDIO will include, advancing and clearly communicating an IT strategic plan aligned with Cook Children’s business and operational objectives; ensuring robust technology support for strategic initiatives; fostering a high-performing, collaborative IT team; and, developing a comprehensive roadmap that leverages analytics, automation, and emerging technologies such as AI, to drive innovation and value.
The CDIO will be an emotionally intelligent and visible healthcare IT leader who is experienced in team-building and capable of building consensus across a complex health system. The incumbent must have a proven track record of successfully leading and advancing technology within a large, complex health system. This individual must be an engaging and relationship-focused leader, adept at fostering collaboration across the health system. The CDIO will be able to articulate a compelling vision, secure buy-in from stakeholders, and work with senior leadership to identify and prioritize technology investments that align with business objectives. Establishing a robust prioritization framework will be critical—one that ensures collaboration and feedback without hindering progress. This leader must balance strong operational execution with an acute awareness of emerging trends and advancements in the healthcare technology landscape.
This role requires a values-driven leader with exceptional communication, collaboration, and influencing skills. The CDIO must demonstrate a service-oriented mindset, unwavering integrity, and a strong commitment to transforming children’s healthcare through innovation and strategic vision.
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