Contract Epic Implementation Project Manager - Interfaces/Conversions

This is a remote position.

Job Title: Interfaces & Conversions Epic Project Manager

Location:  50% travel to Midwest

Job Type: Full-time/Contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of interface and data conversion projects for the Epic implementation, ensuring compatibility and functionality across all systems.
  
• Collaborate with IT specialists, system analysts, and external vendors to design and implement robust interfaces between Epic and other healthcare systems (e.g., labs, pharmacies, radiology).
  
• Manage the entire lifecycle of data conversion from legacy systems to Epic, including mapping, scripting, validation, and troubleshooting.
  
• Develop and oversee a detailed project plan that tracks progress of interface development and data conversion tasks.
  
• Conduct risk assessments for all technical integrations and conversions, implementing mitigation strategies as necessary.
  
• Facilitate communication across functional teams to ensure alignment with overall project goals and timelines.
  
• Organize and lead regular project meetings to review progress, address issues, and adjust plans as needed to meet deadlines.
  
• Ensure rigorous testing of interfaces and data conversion processes to confirm data integrity and system reliability before going live.
  
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to a team of interface specialists and data conversion analysts.
  
• Prepare comprehensive documentation and reports on interface standards, data conversion protocols, and project outcomes for future reference and compliance.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Healthcare Informatics, or related field.
  
• Proven track record as a project manager overseeing large-scale data conversion and interface projects, specifically with Epic implementations.
  
• Strong technical expertise in healthcare integration standards such as HL7, FHIR, and other relevant protocols.
  
• Exceptional project management skills, with a PMP certification preferred.
  
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to resolving complex technical challenges.
  
• Effective leadership and communication skills, capable of motivating and coordinating diverse teams.
  
• Detailed knowledge of Epic’s data structures and interface capabilities.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
  
• Experience with common healthcare applications and systems that interface with Epic.
  
• Prior experience in a clinical or healthcare environment, understanding clinical workflows and data needs.