Heather Eastridge, Ch CIO, Msha, Cdh L
About Heather Eastridge, Ch CIO, Msha, Cdh L
Heather Eastridge serves as the Director of Applications at UF Health Jacksonville, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in healthcare IT and a Master of Science in Health Care Administration, she has extensive experience in managing clinical and financial applications.
Current Role at UF Health Jacksonville
Heather Eastridge serves as the Enterprise Director of Clinical Applications at UF Health Jacksonville, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees the development and implementation of clinical applications that support healthcare delivery. Her responsibilities include managing application systems that enhance patient care and streamline operations within the organization.
Previous Experience at UF Health Jacksonville
Heather Eastridge has a history of working at UF Health Jacksonville, where she held multiple positions. From 2010 to 2012, she worked as an IT Epic Application Analyst, followed by her role as IT Systems Applications Manager from 2012 to 2016. During her tenure, she contributed to various healthcare IT projects, demonstrating her expertise in clinical and financial ancillary areas.
Educational Background
Heather Eastridge has a solid educational foundation in healthcare administration and business management. She earned a Master of Science in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from Liberty University from 2020 to 2022. Additionally, she completed her Bachelor of Applied Science in Business - Management and Supervision at Florida State College at Jacksonville from 2008 to 2010, and holds two associate degrees in Business Administration from Trinity Baptist College and Florida State College at Jacksonville.
Skills and Expertise in Healthcare IT
Heather Eastridge possesses a range of skills relevant to healthcare IT, including budgetary planning and fiscal responsibility within projects. She has extensive experience in vendor and customer relationship management, as well as talent and resource management. Her ability to build strong organizational relationships and partnerships has been a key aspect of her career in healthcare IT.
Proven Track Record in Healthcare IT
Heather Eastridge has a proven track record in managing healthcare IT projects with a focus on budgetary planning and fiscal responsibility. Her experience includes overseeing both clinical and financial ancillary areas, which has contributed to the successful implementation of various IT systems within healthcare settings.