Agile IT Project Manager (Epic EMR Focus)

Overview

TITLE: Agile IT Project Manager (Epic EMR Focus)

CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED: US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Green Card

LOCATION: NY, but REMOTE. (only in office if requested – travel & lodging paid for by client)

DURATION: tentatively 3-month contract to hire

COMPENSATION: Contract to hire pay rate: $100-$135hr

HIERARCHY/REPORT TO:  Partner of consulting firm

SIZES OF STAFF TO MANAGE: none at first, but proven experience mentoring and building a development team

EDUCATION/ DEGREES/ CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Bachelors+

 

INTERVIEW PROCESS: Will immediately dig into qualifying skills and gauge for professional and articulate communication skills

• Strong Epic experience
• Healthcare industry background
• Agile project delivery experience
• Experience working closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Outstanding communication, stakeholder engagement, and organizational skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of IT project management experience, with at least 2 years focused on Epic EMR-related projects.
• Solid understanding of Epic modules such as Resolute, Cadence, Prelude, or others.
• Strong working knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Proven experience leading Agile teams in a healthcare or consulting environment.
• Ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and manage competing priorities.
• Outstanding communication, stakeholder engagement, and organizational skills.
• Experience in healthcare IT environments, especially with provider organizations like hospitals or health systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or similar Agile/PM certification.
• Previous consulting experience with healthcare IT or digital transformation.
• Experience using Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Azure DevOps).
• Familiarity with HL7, FHIR, or other healthcare integration standards.
• Ability to translate technical discussions into clear business terms for non-technical audiences.

Job Summary
Our client is seeking an experienced Agile IT Project Manager with a deep understanding of Epic EMR systems and healthcare operations. This individual will be responsible for leading cross-functional teams and delivering high-impact technology projects, particularly within Epic environments, including implementation, optimization, and system enhancements.

This role will require strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, the ability to manage fast-moving deliverables, and the interpersonal finesse to work with both technical and clinical stakeholders across various departments. Ideal candidates will possess hands-on experience with Epic modules and understand the nuances of healthcare IT and operational workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Epic-related project initiatives (e.g., implementation, optimization, integration, upgrades) using Agile project management principles.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Epic analysts, IT engineers, clinical staff, and leadership to define and deliver project objectives.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and resource allocation across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison between business users and technical teams, ensuring clear communication and expectations.
• Document and track user stories, acceptance criteria, and requirements using tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks or roadblocks to ensure project success.
• Maintain alignment with compliance standards, data privacy regulations (HIPAA), and change management best practices.
• Deliver timely status reports and project updates to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Cultivate strong client relationships and maintain T2 Tech’s reputation for excellence in delivery.

Application questions – Part 1

• Legal name and if you have a preferred or nickname:
• Linked In:
• Best contact info (Email, cell):
• Citizenship (US, Legal/Permanent Resident Green Card, or other):
• Availability:
• Where you live: (City, St, Zip)
• Willing to work 100% onsite, hybrid or remote:
• Willing to relocate if necessary:
• City, State, Zip and desired geographical work locations:
• Active passport and willing to travel if necessary
• Hourly/salary history and expectations:
• Sizes of Staff overseen:
• Budgetary Responsibility:
• Hierarchy/Report to:
• Education/Degrees/Active Certs:

 

Q&A

JOB SCREENING QUESTIONS – Part 2

• PMP, PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or similar Agile/PM certification:

Please answer next to each question how many years of experience you have and recent year used or worked on.

• Previous consulting experience with healthcare IT or digital transformation:
• Experience using Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Azure DevOps):
• Familiarity with HL7, FHIR, or other healthcare integration standards:
• Ability to translate technical discussions into clear business terms for non-technical audiences:
• 5+ years of IT project management experience, with at least 2 years focused on Epic EMR-related projects:
• Solid understanding of Epic modules such as Resolute, Cadence, Prelude, or others:
• Strong working knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban):
• Proven experience leading Agile teams in a healthcare or consulting environment:
• Ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and manage competing priorities:
• Experience in healthcare IT environments, especially with provider organizations like hospitals or health systems:

REMINDER of Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of IT project management experience, with at least 2 years focused on Epic EMR-related projects.
• Solid understanding of Epic modules such as Resolute, Cadence, Prelude, or others.
• Strong working knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Proven experience leading Agile teams in a healthcare or consulting environment.
• Ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and manage competing priorities.
• Outstanding communication, stakeholder engagement, and organizational skills.
• Experience in healthcare IT environments, especially with provider organizations like hospitals or health systems.

 

REMINDER of Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or similar Agile/PM certification.
• Previous consulting experience with healthcare IT or digital transformation.
• Experience using Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Azure DevOps).
• Familiarity with HL7, FHIR, or other healthcare integration standards.
• Ability to translate technical discussions into clear business terms for non-technical audiences.

 

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)

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