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At Houston Methodist, the Director of Innovation position is responsible for oversight and direction for all aspects of the Center for Innovation at Houston Methodist including financial outcomes, strategic planning, operational effectiveness, vendor management and project planning. Partners with the Innovation Steering Committee for guidance and strategic alignment. Partners with new health technology vendors to identify appropriate solutions to solve consumer and/or patient journeys, clinical workflow enhancements and patient billing revenue cycle enhancements. The Center for Innovation is tasked with leading the innovation strategy for the health system through process engineering, technology utilization, strategic partnership and alignment with external vendors. The goal of the department is to transform the way healthcare is performed within Houston Methodist and develop process and technology that can be shared and potentially sold to external institutions.
The Director position responsibilities include overseeing the activities of the department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency to accomplish strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position is accountable for employee engagement, adequate staffing levels, budget development and compliance, staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also ensures training, monitoring and operations initiatives are implemented which secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/regulatory/government regulations.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master’s degree in Business, healthcare administration or related field
Experience
Five years of progressively responsible project management experience to include projects of organization-wide scope and impact in innovation and technology, two years experience in a Supervisor/Manager/Director role, two years experience in intelligent automation and two years experience in artificial intelligence
If Houston Methodist employee, five years of progressively responsible project management experience to include projects of organization-wide scope and impact in innovation and technology and experience in a center of healthcare innovation, two years experience in intelligent automation and two years experience in artificial intelligence
Experience partnering with new digital health technology vendors
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Preferred
Project Management, IT, or other related certification
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially about activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved
Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills
Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
Extensive knowledge of regulatory and accreditation agency requirements that impact department; stays abreast of industry changes
Demonstrates highly effective communication skills—strong written communications and platform presentation abilities
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace
Capable of leading teams/facilitating groups, building consensus and garnering highest confidence in professionalism and work product by senior leadership
Ability to work under pressure and balance many competing priorities; highly responsive and solution/action oriented
Proficiency in spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software
Maintains a positive and supportive attitude and demeanor
Professional handling of exposure to confidential/sensitive information
Willingness to take risks and openness to untried ideas and solutions
Ability to convert abstract concepts into concrete solutions
Ability to convey vision and effectively communicate to all stakeholders
Understanding of inherent risks and advances of creative ideas
Ability to see beyond current process and procedure to develop solutions that address current and yet to be encountered roadblocks
Ability to inspire others through personal confidence, interactions and communication of ideas
Project management skills with ability to multitask and manage multiple projects in a system-wide, cross-functional environment.
Ability to deliver projects using leading-edge technology.
Strong knowledge of current technologies.
Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence.
Advanced process engineering skills
Advanced knowledge of intelligent automation, voice technology for clinicians, ambient listening and artificial intelligence
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Directs, develops and implements strategic and operational/high level projects and processes either through independent/highly autonomous work or through the facilitation of work teams to enable the effective and efficient completion of objectives.
Oversees management of and ensures development for staff to meet overall objectives in terms of quality, service and cost effectiveness. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem. Directs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees.
Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators: action readiness score, tier level.
Provides leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes.
Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals. Drives the promotion of teamwork within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed.
Direct the functions of Innovation staff in the collaboration and support of HM internal/external clients, including defining service standards, support timelines, and client prioritization.
Partners with the Chief Innovation Officer to lead Innovation Council meetings, including coordination of vendors, finances, project updates, and the strategic planning process.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversees department operations, designated projects, schedules and activities as needed to ensure that goals or objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction.
Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department.
Develops strong relationships with external vendors and internal clients to achieve strategic priorities. Partners with new health technology vendors to identify appropriate solutions to solve consumer and/or patient journeys, clinical workflow enhancements and patient billing revenue cycle enhancements.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines. Responsible for staff maintenance of credentials and competencies, per accrediting/licensing agency and/or department guidelines as applicable.
Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes and information systems by monitoring and improving the department workflow and enhancing operations, using peer-to-peer accountability and identifying solutions via collaboration. Implements process improvements utilizing tools such as lean principles. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.
Responsible for employee compliance to policies and procedures and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., licensure/certification compliance, focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.).
Through strong utilization of metrics, ensures that innovative initiatives show the intended efficiencies and effectiveness set forth in project plans. Develops strategic plans for projects and associated success measures.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develops and manages department operational and capital budgets, approvals, and ongoing maintenance of the department(s), ensuring operation in a cost-effective manner. Proactively identifies and plans for capital needs related to current equipment and future department projects. Ensures staffing plans and schedules meet department needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.
Creates department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications.
Ensures tight costing and ROI controls for all projects and vendors. Ensures project progression and alignment within budget. Sets and defines timeline standards and expectations for team.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department, entity or system operations by leading unit projects and/or other department/system-directed activities. Proactively leads task forces and committees. May represent HM at assigned community or professional organization meetings.
Drives change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Partners effectively with stakeholders as appropriate.
Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and IDP.
Stays up to date on hospital operations to identify organizational needs and team support of those needs.
Identifies and makes recommendations for projects by evaluating against anticipated ROI and operational and organizational impact.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
+ Uniform: No
+ Scrubs: No
+ Business professional: Yes
+ Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL
+ Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
+ On Call Yes
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care clinics, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Come lead with us!
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
At Houston Methodist, the Director of Innovation position is responsible for oversight and direction for all aspects of the Center for Innovation at Houston Methodist including financial outcomes, strategic planning, operational effectiveness, vendor management and project planning. Partners with the Innovation Steering Committee for guidance and strategic alignment. Partners with new health technology vendors to identify appropriate solutions to solve consumer and/or patient journeys, clinical workflow enhancements and patient billing revenue cycle enhancements. The Center for Innovation is tasked with leading the innovation strategy for the health system through process engineering, technology utilization, strategic partnership and alignment with external vendors. The goal of the department is to transform the way healthcare is performed within Houston Methodist and develop process and technology that can be shared and potentially sold to external institutions.
The Director position responsibilities include overseeing the activities of the department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency to accomplish strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position is accountable for employee engagement, adequate staffing levels, budget development and compliance, staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also ensures training, monitoring and operations initiatives are implemented which secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/regulatory/government regulations.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master’s degree in Business, healthcare administration or related field
Experience
Five years of progressively responsible project management experience to include projects of organization-wide scope and impact in innovation and technology, two years experience in a Supervisor/Manager/Director role, two years experience in intelligent automation and two years experience in artificial intelligence
If Houston Methodist employee, five years of progressively responsible project management experience to include projects of organization-wide scope and impact in innovation and technology and experience in a center of healthcare innovation, two years experience in intelligent automation and two years experience in artificial intelligence
Experience partnering with new digital health technology vendors
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Preferred
Project Management, IT, or other related certification
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially about activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved
Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills
Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
Extensive knowledge of regulatory and accreditation agency requirements that impact department; stays abreast of industry changes
Demonstrates highly effective communication skills—strong written communications and platform presentation abilities
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace
Capable of leading teams/facilitating groups, building consensus and garnering highest confidence in professionalism and work product by senior leadership
Ability to work under pressure and balance many competing priorities; highly responsive and solution/action oriented
Proficiency in spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software
Maintains a positive and supportive attitude and demeanor
Professional handling of exposure to confidential/sensitive information
Willingness to take risks and openness to untried ideas and solutions
Ability to convert abstract concepts into concrete solutions
Ability to convey vision and effectively communicate to all stakeholders
Understanding of inherent risks and advances of creative ideas
Ability to see beyond current process and procedure to develop solutions that address current and yet to be encountered roadblocks
Ability to inspire others through personal confidence, interactions and communication of ideas
Project management skills with ability to multitask and manage multiple projects in a system-wide, cross-functional environment.
Ability to deliver projects using leading-edge technology.
Strong knowledge of current technologies.
Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence.
Advanced process engineering skills
Advanced knowledge of intelligent automation, voice technology for clinicians, ambient listening and artificial intelligence
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Directs, develops and implements strategic and operational/high level projects and processes either through independent/highly autonomous work or through the facilitation of work teams to enable the effective and efficient completion of objectives.
Oversees management of and ensures development for staff to meet overall objectives in terms of quality, service and cost effectiveness. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem. Directs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees.
Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators: action readiness score, tier level.
Provides leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes.
Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals. Drives the promotion of teamwork within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed.
Direct the functions of Innovation staff in the collaboration and support of HM internal/external clients, including defining service standards, support timelines, and client prioritization.
Partners with the Chief Innovation Officer to lead Innovation Council meetings, including coordination of vendors, finances, project updates, and the strategic planning process.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversees department operations, designated projects, schedules and activities as needed to ensure that goals or objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction.
Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department.
Develops strong relationships with external vendors and internal clients to achieve strategic priorities. Partners with new health technology vendors to identify appropriate solutions to solve consumer and/or patient journeys, clinical workflow enhancements and patient billing revenue cycle enhancements.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines. Responsible for staff maintenance of credentials and competencies, per accrediting/licensing agency and/or department guidelines as applicable.
Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes and information systems by monitoring and improving the department workflow and enhancing operations, using peer-to-peer accountability and identifying solutions via collaboration. Implements process improvements utilizing tools such as lean principles. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.
Responsible for employee compliance to policies and procedures and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., licensure/certification compliance, focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.).
Through strong utilization of metrics, ensures that innovative initiatives show the intended efficiencies and effectiveness set forth in project plans. Develops strategic plans for projects and associated success measures.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develops and manages department operational and capital budgets, approvals, and ongoing maintenance of the department(s), ensuring operation in a cost-effective manner. Proactively identifies and plans for capital needs related to current equipment and future department projects. Ensures staffing plans and schedules meet department needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.
Creates department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications.
Ensures tight costing and ROI controls for all projects and vendors. Ensures project progression and alignment within budget. Sets and defines timeline standards and expectations for team.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department, entity or system operations by leading unit projects and/or other department/system-directed activities. Proactively leads task forces and committees. May represent HM at assigned community or professional organization meetings.
Drives change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Partners effectively with stakeholders as appropriate.
Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and IDP.
Stays up to date on hospital operations to identify organizational needs and team support of those needs.
Identifies and makes recommendations for projects by evaluating against anticipated ROI and operational and organizational impact.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
+ Uniform: No
+ Scrubs: No
+ Business professional: Yes
+ Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL
+ Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
+ On Call Yes
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care clinics, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Come lead with us!
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Director Of Innovation
Align your credentials to a qualifying TN category
TN visas don't have an 'Innovation' category, so your credentials must map to Management Consultant, Engineer, or another listed occupation. A mismatch between your degree and the stated category is the most common reason for denial at the port of entry.
Request a scope-specific offer letter from employers
Your employer's offer letter must describe your Director of Innovation duties in terms that match your TN category, not just your job title. Generic language about leadership or strategy rarely satisfies CBP officers reviewing specialty occupation requirements.
Target employers with existing cross-border hiring experience
Companies that have previously hired Canadian or Mexican professionals understand TN documentation requirements and won't mistake it for an H-1B process. Focus your search on organizations with U.S. and Canada or Mexico operations in research-intensive or technology sectors.
Prepare a degree equivalency letter before applying
If your Canadian or Mexican degree title doesn't directly match the TN category label, a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization demonstrates equivalency to CBP. Get this done before you receive an offer to avoid delays in the filing process.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who sponsor TN visas
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Confirm whether your employer files TN at the border or by mail
Canadian citizens can enter TN status directly at a port of entry, which takes hours rather than weeks. Mexican citizens must use consular processing, which adds several weeks to the timeline. Confirm which route your employer supports before accepting an offer.
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Does a Director of Innovation role qualify for a TN visa?
It depends on how the role is structured and what credentials you hold. The TN visa has no Director of Innovation category, so the position must be filed under a qualifying occupation such as Management Consultant or Engineer. The offer letter must describe duties that align with your degree and the chosen TN category, not just the job title.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Director of Innovation positions?
TN is significantly faster and more predictable for Canadians. There's no lottery, no annual cap for Canadian citizens, and Canadians can receive TN status at the border the same day they present documentation. H-1B requires a lottery selection that caps at 85,000 slots annually, often taking over a year from registration to work authorization. Mexican TN applicants face a separate annual allocation but still avoid the H-1B lottery entirely.
Can a Canadian Director of Innovation switch TN categories between employers?
Yes, but each new employer requires a fresh TN petition. If your previous TN was filed under Management Consultant and your new role maps more clearly to Engineer based on your duties, you can file under the new category. CBP will evaluate the new offer letter and credentials independently of your prior TN approval.
Where can I find Director of Innovation jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, making it difficult to identify employers already experienced with work visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, letting you search Director of Innovation roles at employers with recent visa filings so you're not spending time educating employers on processes they already understand.
What documentation does a Mexican Director of Innovation need for TN consular processing?
You'll need a valid Mexican passport, a detailed offer letter from your U.S. employer specifying your duties and TN category, proof of your qualifying degree or professional credentials, and the DS-160 nonimmigrant visa application. USCIS and CBP both recommend that credentials clearly match the listed TN occupation before your consular appointment to avoid administrative processing delays.
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