Cerner Clinical Project Manager

MedSys Group; Plano (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Clinical Project Manager to oversee high-impact clinical initiatives. This remote role requires expertise in Cerner solutions and strong project management skills. The ideal candidate will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure project success, with minimal travel required. If you have a proven track record in clinical healthcare IT and are looking for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical healthcare IT environments.
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical systems projects as the client-side Project Manager.
• Coordinate across teams to manage project scope and timelines.
• Facilitate stakeholder alignment and change management.

Skills

Project Management

Change Management

Education

PMP Certification

Tools

Cerner PowerChart

CareAware

Job description

NOTE: No C2C Candidates can be considered for this role.

Must have Cerner Implementation experience.

Title: Clinical Project Manager – Remote (10–20% Travel)

Type: Contract – Full-Time

Duration: 12 Months (with potential for extension)

Location: Remote (10-20% travel to Midwest)

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Project Manager to lead high-impact clinical initiatives for a major healthcare organization. This is a client-facing role focused on projects such as Patient Observer, CareAware Connect, and Nursing Documentation Optimization. The role involves collaborating closely with internal PMO teams and external vendor stakeholders to ensure project success.

Responsibilities:

1. Serve as the client-side Project Manager for clinical systems projects, particularly involving PowerChart and CareAware.
2. Coordinate across internal and external teams to manage scope, timelines, and deliverables.
3. Lead change management efforts and facilitate stakeholder alignment.
4. Represent the client’s interests throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
5. Provide leadership in a unionized healthcare environment, emphasizing diplomacy and clear communication.

Qualifications:

1. Proven experience as a Project Manager in clinical healthcare IT environments.
2. Strong knowledge of Cerner PowerChart and/or CareAware solutions.
3. Experience working with or alongside vendor delivery teams.
4. Ability to manage complex stakeholder environments professionally and tactfully.
5. PMP certification is preferred but not required.
6. Change management experience is highly valued.

Additional Info:

1. Full-time contract role.
2. Minimal travel required (10–20%, event-based).

If you are a skilled Clinical PM seeking your next challenge in a healthcare-focused environment, we would love to hear from you!