Change Manager (HIS Project), IT

Joseph Brant Hospital & Foundation; Burlington; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph Brant Hospital is seeking a Change Manager for a temporary full-time role in the Information Technology department. The successful candidate will lead the change management strategy for implementing Epic’s hospital information system, collaborating with various stakeholders. This opportunity offers a chance to drive significant organizational change and improve healthcare delivery in the Halton community.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in progressive change management in healthcare or hospital settings.
• Experience with hospital information system implementation required.
• Understanding of project lifecycles within project management discipline.

Responsibilities

• Execute a change management plan based on ADKAR for HIS implementation.
• Manage stakeholders and clients through internal consultation.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and education regarding change management methodologies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Change Management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant healthcare or related discipline

Change Management Certification

Tools

MS Suite

Job description

Position Number: 215619-67

Position Available: Change Manager

Status: Temporary Full-Time (approx 15 mths)

Department: Information Technology (HIS Project)

Union: Non-Union

Shifts: Days (Flexible)

Rate of Pay: $55.20/hr - $69.00/hr

Posting Date: July 16, 2025

Closing Date: July 30, 2025

About Joseph Brant Hospital

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.

JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.

Position Summary

JBH will be implementing Epic’s hospital information system in partnership with St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton and we are looking for a passionate, skilled individual to help drive the project forward to successful completion. Reporting to Project Director, HIS Implementation the Change Manager will be responsible for executing a change management plan in alignment with the HIS Implementation project. The incumbent will work closely with the project team, JBH leadership, and the clinical teams to promote awareness, seek engagement, and prepare staff for monumental change.

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Execute a change management plan based on ADKAR, an established best practice framework which will be integrated into the HIS implementation project to support the organization at all stages of the project.
• Manages stakeholders and clients through internal consultation processes to define change management requirements and implement throughout the course of the project.
• Assess organizational and individual readiness for a large change before the change happens.
• Customize change management initiatives based on readiness assessment and individual needs.
• Monitor and measure change management strategies for effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement.
• Provide support to all levels of leadership and the project team to facilitate adoption of change and minimize resistance.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and education to others in the organization regarding change management methodologies and best practice.
• Identify early adopters who can assist in change management initiatives and champion the project.
• Develop and present recommendations and status updates to project sponsors and senior leadership.
• Participate in project Governance meetings.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant healthcare or related discipline required
• Change Management Certification required
• 5+ years experience in progressive change management in healthcare or hospital settings
• Experience with hospital information system implementation required; experience with Epic implementation is strongly preferred
• Experience developing change management plans based on framework / methodology and associated materials
• Understanding of project lifecycles within the project management discipline
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Experience teaching and applying change management methodologies
• Proficient in MS Suite
  
  

To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.

Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at [e-mail] or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.

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