Automation Director

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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $128,500.00 - $196,375.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.What you will be doing

Core Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with colleagues across HSS Data to identify, design, and implement automation solutions supporting strategic domains

• Employ a range of automation technologies, including RPA (UiPath, Blue Prism, Automation Anywhere), custom code (Python, C#, JavaScript), cloud services, and data platforms to drive process improvement

• Develop and architect orchestrations that integrate foundation models with automation workflows, ensuring effective interfaces between AI systems and automated processes.

• Build, monitor, and enhance ETL, API integrations, and workflow automations spanning multiple data sources and business functions

• Document, test, and deploy solutions with a focus on sustainability and usability for the wider team

• Ensure automations meet high standards for data security, compliance, and governance, as required for healthcare environments

• Contribute to a culture of learning and growth—mentor teammates, share discoveries, and help shape best practices across HSS Data

• Stay informed about technological advances (e.g., machine learning, analytics, agentic AI) and advocate new approaches that broaden HSS Data’s automation capabilities

Experience & Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience implementing automation solutions across multiple technologies, with RPA as one component

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (Python, C#, JavaScript, etc.) and familiarity with ETL/data integration tools

• Proven ability to connect systems and teams through both technical and process automation

• Exposure to healthcare data, revenue cycle operations, or similarly complex domains preferred

• Hands-on experience with platform-specific architectures (e.g., EHR, ERP, data warehouse, cloud) is a plus

• Certifications in RPA or other relevant technologies are welcome, but not required—commitment to continuous learning and impact is key

Key Competencies:

• Effective communicator and team collaborator able to work with technical and operational staff

• Strong analytical, creative, and critical thinking skills; adept at translating domain needs into scalable technical solutions

• Commitment to delivering secure, robust, and sustainable automations

• Motivated self-starter who engages in ongoing learning, supports team growth, and contributes positively to HSS Data’s culture

• Ethical and detail-oriented, focused on the bigger picture without compromising quality

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Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.