A Woman's Guide to Navigating a Successful Career in Healthcare Information Technology

Jeffery Daigrepont

• Publisher: Productivity Press
• Year: 2024
• ISBN:
  9781040041482
• Edition: 1
• Topic: Business
• Subtopic: Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology & Healthcare Industry
• Index: Business

This book features over 50 of the industry's brightest female pioneers who share insightful lessons backed by several years of experience, as well as tips for navigating a successful career in HIT. The intent of this book is to provide the opportunity to capture stories from highly successful women to inspire the next generation who want to pursue a career in HIT and to inspire those already working in the field who are eager to advance in their careers. This book also provides insights on industry opportunities, ways to deal with harassment, the history of female tech innovators, and negotiating competitive salary and employment agreements. Additional industry experts provided guidance on tapping into venture capital funding and tools for career development. A comprehensive resource guide and glossary of industry terms are also included. Co-authors included: Amy Sabillon, MSI, Ayanna Chambliss, CAP, SHRM-CP, Lindsay Rowlands, MHA, and Stacey B. Lee, JD.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Endorsement Page
• Half Title
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Dedication
• Table of Contents
• Foreword
• About the Authors – Jeffery Daigrepont
• About the Authors – Stacey B. Lee, JD
• About the Authors – Ayanna Chambliss, CAP, SHRM-CP
• About the Authors – Lindsay Rowlands, MHA
• About the Authors – Amy Sabillon, MSI
• 1 Is a Career in HCIT Right for Me?
• 2 What Do I Need to Do to Begin a Career in HCIT?
• 3 Overview of Top HCIT Certifications, Courses, and Programs
• 4 Overview of Diverse Roles in HCIT
• 5 Negotiating Salary and Employment Agreements
• 6 Cracking the Code: An HR Blueprint for Women in HCIT
• 7 What to Look for in Male Allyship (and How to Become One)
• 8 Influential Women in HCIT
• 9 Featured Successful Women in HCIT
• Exhibit I: Approaching and Pitching to Venture Capitalists
• Exhibit II: Mentoring Strategy Template
• Appendix A: Healthcare Information Technology Resources
• Appendix B: General Overview of Acronyms Relevant to HCIT
• Index