Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Technical Knowledge
Career Achievements
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Donald J. Lutz

Belvidere,NJ

Summary

Highly adaptable and driven senior technology executive with extensive experience overseeing business information technology and day-to-day operations; devised, established, and led IT and solutions architecture aimed at increasing productivity by improving service delivery. Track record of success as an adept troubleshooter, senior technology leader, and creative problem solver. Able to guide teams to quickly recognize, isolate, and solve long-term business and technical issues while overseeing digital transformation projects. Expert knowledge and ability within multiple environments and situations related to information technology; effectively support organizations by leading through influence and ensuring IT alignment. Implementation of numerous enterprise-level systems, including Sage, Oracle Siemens, and Epic solutions. As part of the executive team, I managed growth through M&A with annual budget and capital responsibility reporting to the CEO and CFO.

Results-driven IT leader focused on leveraging technology to drive business success. Skilled in strategic planning, cybersecurity, and project management with strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability. Proven track record in optimizing systems, managing complex projects, and ensuring operational efficiency. Recognized for leadership, problem-solving, and aligning IT initiatives with organizational goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consulting IT Director

Panos Brands
01.2022 - 02.2025
  • End-to-End Technical operations management
  • Oversaw technical operations and infrastructure
  • Supervised the design and implementation of IT infrastructure and eliminated security risks
  • Developed, managed, and tracked the IT department's annual budget of 2 million
  • Devised and established IT policies and systems
  • Assisted with building relationships with IT vendors and creating cost-efficient contracts
  • Lead Oracle/NetSuite implementation
  • Lead a team of 20 support staff along with MSP vendor

Director of IT

Community Health Systems
01.2013 - 01.2021
  • Hold bottom-line accountability for all IT operations
  • Developed a technology roadmap and managed a $2.5M annual budget
  • Served as the principal leader and strategist for overall IT operations, emphasizing developing and optimizing technology partnerships and IT infrastructure
  • Govern large-scale implementations and provide effective coaching to project managers and technology staff
  • Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and hospital staff to address technology needs
  • Oversee service desk operations, Electronic Medical Records (EMR) support, and efforts to meet meaningful use standards
  • Directly responsible for establishing a continuous improvement culture, including centralized reporting visibility, change management, and leverage of technology frameworks
  • Championed efforts to meet hospital needs and growth goals by devising a long-range vision and technology strategy
  • Successfully oversaw Sage Cloud, Cerner, and Meditech Systems Implementations
  • Forged solid relationships with consultants and vendors
  • Ensured the project progressed on time and within the budget scope
  • I handled the review before additional organizations were acquired, including infrastructure, applications, and staff
  • Implemented a new system-wide VOIP telephone system
  • Implemented Microsoft team system-wide, allowing remote and video access for physicians and staff
  • Enhanced workflows and improved operations by effectively collaborating with physician practices and the clinical community

Chief Information Officer | Consultant

Community Health Systems
01.2013 - 12.2013
  • Applied well-honed leadership skills, technical expertise, and extensive IT background to direct operations at three hospitals
  • Delivered technical oversight for critical projects and developed a comprehensive IT roadmap that aligned with business objectives and operational needs
  • Devised EMR physician medical office rollout plan
  • Initiated implementation of Siemens Sorian EMR project for a three-hospital system
  • Implemented upgrades to the Cisco network, including fiber and Wi-Fi upgrades

Chief Information Officer | Consultant

Bayonne Medical Center
01.2011 - 12.2012
  • Supervised IT services delivery organization along with the development of a strategic plan covering the selection and replacement of all core systems to integrate patient records
  • Directly responsible for meeting meaningful use requirements, overseeing solutions architecture, and conducting needs analysis
  • Provided senior leadership for key areas, including systems implementation, technology management, and help desk oversight
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by supporting HIPAA and Joint Commission compliance efforts as well as HIPAA 5010A EDI requirements and migration to ICD-10
  • Led IT involvement in all system rollouts and upgrades, significantly improving success rates and user satisfaction
  • Integrated 2 additional health systems via M&A, including infrastructure, applications, and staff

Chief Information Officer

Clara Maas Medical Center
01.2007 - 12.2011
  • Orchestrated efforts to identify, establish, and govern a diverse range of technology initiatives to increase effectiveness at four campus medical centers
  • Directed project teams to achieve positive outcomes by reducing costs, improving cycle times, and improving user experience
  • Improved workflows, increased productivity, and built a conducive workplace environment by providing effective leadership and coaching to 10 team members
  • Directly supervised $1.5M operating and capital equipment budgets, managed P&L, forged solid internal relationships, and governed high-value and high-profile projects
  • Supervised a one-year project to design and implement a clinical information system with wireless laptops that computerized and centralized physician/patient information, improved daily workflows and enhanced productivity
  • Decreased installation request time from ten to three days by establishing department guidelines that guaranteed 24-hour response to PC/file server issues

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration Coursework

Northampton College
Northampton, Pennsylvania

Project Management Certification -

Project Management Institute
Newtown Square, Pennsylvania

Skills

  • AWS Cloud Computing
  • LAN
  • MAN
  • WAN
  • Internet
  • High volume storage systems
  • ATM
  • Frame Relay
  • Mobile Apps
  • Cisco
  • Meraki
  • Firewalls
  • Server Virtualization infrastructure
  • VMware
  • Hyper-V
  • Hot Standby Recovery
  • Distributed Systems
  • Voice/Web Session Recording
  • VPN
  • Office 365 cloud services
  • NIST
  • Cloud based VOIP
  • Dialing Permissions Standards
  • Call Coverage Paths
  • Messaging
  • ACD
  • CTI
  • Database Query/Screen POP
  • Best Services Routing
  • Speech Recognition
  • IVR
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Cellular switching equipment
  • Client/Server
  • TCPIP Networks
  • Nortel
  • Crystal Reports
  • FTP
  • Open Link
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Access
  • CNE
  • Project
  • PowerPoint
  • Outlook
  • Visio
  • Sage
  • Oracle cloud
  • Cerner
  • Siemens
  • Epic
  • NetSuite
  • EDI
  • MSP
  • Sarbanes-Oxley
  • System Recovery
  • HIPAA
  • Fraud Detection
  • Intrusion Detection
  • Virus Protection
  • Passwords/Permissions
  • Remote Access Solutions

Certification

Certified Scrum Master

Technical Knowledge

AWS Cloud Computing, LAN, MAN, WAN, Internet, High volume storage systems, ATM, Frame Relay, Mobile Apps, Cisco and Meraki, Firewalls, Server Virtualization infrastructure (VMware, Hyper-V), Hot Standby Recovery, Distributed Systems, Voice/Web Session Recording, VPN, Office 365 cloud services, NIST, Cloud based VOIP, Dialing Permissions Standards, Call Coverage Paths, Messaging, ACD, CTI, Database Query/Screen POP, Best Services Routing, Speech Recognition, IVR, Performance Monitoring, Cellular switching equipment, Client/Server, TCPIP Networks, Cisco, Nortel, Crystal Reports, FTP, Open Link, Word, Excel, Access, CNE, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, Sage and Oracle cloud, Cerner, Siemens, Epic, NetSuite, EDI, MSP, Sarbanes-Oxley, System Recovery, HIPAA, Fraud Detection, Intrusion Detection, Virus Protection, Passwords/Permissions, Remote Access Solutions

Career Achievements

  • Spearheaded multiple implementations totaling $2M to $5M to streamline efficiencies and increase ROI; served as subject matter expert for IT solutions, regulatory compliance, and technology design.
  • Built industry reputation for outstanding leadership skills and a rare combination of integrity, strategic thinking, positivity, and discipline; extensive career experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and completing IT projects on time.
  • Applied pro-active interest in technological developments and maintained a finger on the pulse of industry developments and product releases to facilitate improvements, troubleshoot technical issues, and revamp strategic roadmaps.
  • Two decades of management experience in implementing EMRs and PMO office development.

Timeline

Consulting IT Director

Panos Brands
01.2022 - 02.2025

Director of IT

Community Health Systems
01.2013 - 01.2021

Chief Information Officer | Consultant

Community Health Systems
01.2013 - 12.2013

Chief Information Officer | Consultant

Bayonne Medical Center
01.2011 - 12.2012

Chief Information Officer

Clara Maas Medical Center
01.2007 - 12.2011

Project Management Certification -

Project Management Institute

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration Coursework

Northampton College

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