Travis Rath
Burlington,IA
Summary
Seasoned leader with a proven track record in strategic planning, financial management, and team leadership. Skilled at implementing operational improvements to drive productivity and profit growth. Demonstrated abilities in fostering positive relationships with stakeholders, partners, and clients while delivering high-impact business results. Known for problem-solving acumen, innovative thinking, and strong communication skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Digital Strategy (CTO)
McDonough District Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Provide executive leadership and strategic vision for the hospital’s digital transformation initiatives, aligning technology infrastructure with organizational goals.
- Lead enterprise-level IT operations, cybersecurity, and infrastructure optimization to enhance clinical efficiency and data integrity.
- Redefined cybersecurity strategy, mitigating risks and enhancing data protection.
- Established and enforced ITIL-based service standards, improving service delivery and user satisfaction.
- Launched the organization’s first Telehealth Program, expanding access to remote care.
- Executed cloud integration using Microsoft Azure, verifying hardware and licensing compliance.
- Reduced on-call utilization costs by 73% through improved resource management.
Director of Information Technology
McDonough District Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Directed IT operations, infrastructure development, and digital initiatives to enhance service delivery across all hospital departments.
- Developed cost-effective technology strategies to support clinical and administrative goals.
- Established foundation for digital infrastructure and set performance expectations aligned with organizational goals.
- Built a culture of innovation and accountability through process improvement and IT governance.
- Enhanced cross-departmental communication and collaboration through implementation of ITSM.
Information Technology Manager
SSM Health
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Provided operational and strategic oversight for IT across a 450-bed health complex and corporate headquarters.
- Aligned technology investments with business goals by partnering with executive leadership.
- Managed budgets, developed staff, and coordinated vendor relations to enhance service delivery.
- Reduced support contract costs by $300K annually through renegotiations and optimization.
- Represented the organization in healthcare legislation advocacy at the state level.
- Contributed to system-wide print consolidation and participated in Change Advisory Board (CAB).
Director of Information Technology
Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided technical leadership for major healthcare technology projects, including Epic EHR implementation.
- Stabilized failing EHR rollout, ensuring compliance across multiple hospital sites and improving patient data management.
- Oversaw successful data migration from Meditech to Epic.
- Partnered in strategic relocation and go-live of new hospital facility and EHR system, facilitating seamless transition and operational readiness.
- Directed regional IT teams, contractors, and vendors to implement organization’s digital strategy, enhancing service delivery.
- Led infrastructure setup for a new 144-bed hospital in O’Fallon, IL.
System Manager, Customer Support
Southern Illinois Healthcare
01.1999 - 01.2017
- Managed IT support operations, including helpdesk, infrastructure maintenance, and user support to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Oversaw budget allocation, technology deployment, and process standardization to enhance system performance and user satisfaction.
- Partnered with leadership to ensure IT alignment with organizational objectives and clinical priorities.
- Implemented ServiceNOW across the organization, enhancing IT service delivery.
- Chaired the Change Advisory Board (CAB) and standardized change management processes.
- Upgraded enterprise-wide Cisco network and phone systems, improving reliability and communication.
- Developed employee onboarding system integrated with ServiceNOW CMDB to streamline new hire experience.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Healthcare Administration
Carey Business School, The Johns Hopkins University
BaltimoreBachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Peirce College
Skills
- Artificial intelligence and network architecture
- Cloud solutions and data center operations
- EHR implementation
- Project management
- Cybersecurity and compliance
- Risk management strategies
- ITIL and ITSM methodologies
- Data protection and policy enforcement
- Audit and quality assurance
- IT strategy and governance
- Team leadership and organizational development
- Strategic planning and budgeting
Timeline
Director of Digital Strategy (CTO)
McDonough District Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Director of Information Technology
McDonough District Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Information Technology Manager
SSM Health
01.2018 - 01.2023
Director of Information Technology
Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
01.2017 - 01.2018
System Manager, Customer Support
Southern Illinois Healthcare
01.1999 - 01.2017
Master of Business Administration - Healthcare Administration
Carey Business School, The Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Peirce College