Manager- Network Engineering & Architecture
Henry Ford Health Rochester Hills, Michigan, United States
Hospitals and Health Care · 10,001+ employees
About the role
The manager will lead a team of architects and engineers to ensure operational excellence and strategic development of the enterprise network. They are responsible for overseeing network integrations with critical healthcare systems and improving performance for medical applications.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, along with at least ten years of experience in complex enterprise networks. A minimum of five years in an IT network leadership role within a healthcare environment is required.
Benefits
Full description
Company Description
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.
Job Description
About the Department
Join our dynamic IT department at One Ford Place, the corporate headquarters of Henry Ford Health in Detroit's New Center. Our team is at the forefront of innovation, supporting the entire HFHS enterprise network, including critical integrations with CCS, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, HAP, and shared business locations. We thrive in a walkable, artsy environment, steps away from Amtrak, the QLINE, and the Fisher Buildings shops and cafes. Our corporate roles blend downtown energy with accessibility, making it an ideal location for those in Midtown, New Center, or the northern suburbs.
Role Overview
As the Manager, Network Engineering, you will lead the strategic direction, cost-effective solutions, and operational excellence for the Henry Ford Health enterprise network. You¿ll manage a team of architects, senior engineers, and supervisors, ensuring seamless integration with healthcare systems and devices. Your role is critical in supporting medical applications, improving network performance, and collaborating with business units to drive innovation and reliability.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
- Lead and develop a team of architects, senior engineers, and supervisors to ensure network operational excellence.
- Collaborate with business units to develop strategic direction and cost-effective network solutions.
- Oversee network integrations with CCS, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, HAP, and shared business locations.
- Improve network performance, capacity, and availability using advanced hardware and software technologies.
- Support medical applications and devices, including Epic Systems, GE Definium XRay, GE EKG, Alaris intravenous pumps, RTLS, and wayfinding.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Management, or related field, or equivalent Health Care IT Network experience.
- Minimum ten (10) year's experience managing complex enterprise networks.
- Minimum five (5) year's experience in an IT network leadership role, working in a hospital/healthcare environment supporting medical applications and devices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Epic Systems and GE healthcare devices.
- Familiarity with RTLS and wayfinding technologies.
What We Offer
At Henry Ford Health, you¿ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare technology.
Join Our Team
Ready to lead the future of healthcare networking? Apply now and be part of our innovative team at Henry Ford Health!
