The Dangers of Staying in Your Lane

By focusing solely on the tasks and responsibilities within your job description, healthcare IT leaders miss out on critical opportunities to collaborate with other departments, work on cross-functional projects, or take on new initiatives, according to Bradd Busick, SVP and CIO at MultiCare Health System. The truth is, as IT continues to be integrated into every aspect of an organization, the ‘lane’ that IT was restricted to has now become the freeway that other cars are driving on!  As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, it’s easy to fall into the trap of “staying in your lane” - focusing solely on the tasks and responsibilities within your job description. While this may feel comfortable and safe, it can be detrimental to your professional growth and development. In fact, it can even lead to job stagnation and missed opportunities.