Epic Ancillary IS Manager (Beaker, Radiant, Cupid, & Lumens), Remote - ITS-Clinical Integration/Tech

UTMB School of Health Professions; Galveston (TX); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a knowledgeable Information Systems Manager to oversee departmental operations and ensure seamless integration of technology and personnel management. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in Healthcare IT and demonstrate excellent leadership skills to enhance overall system efficiency. This position offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid setting with a strong focus on collaborative problem-solving and project management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Healthcare Information Technology.
• Preferred 3 years of personnel management experience.
• Proficient in several Epic modules.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple Epic Ancillary teams supporting various Epic modules.
• Oversee process improvement, project management, and daily operations.
• Collaborate with ITS and other divisions on strategic IT plans.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field

Tools

Epic Beaker

Epic Radiant

Epic Cupid

Lumens

Job description

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field and five years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of personnel management experience is preferred.
• Experience with the support of Epic Beaker, Radiant, Cupid, and Lumens modules is preferred but not required.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Healthcare Information Technology is highly preferred..

Job Summary:

Responsible for the development, management, and security of information systems, daily operations of departmental personnel, process improvement, change management for growth and enhancements, and project management for new system implementations. Works in collaboration with leaders in Information Technology Services (ITS) and other divisions across the enterprise to support the departmental and institutional strategic plans.

Job Duties:

Manages multiple Epic Ancillary teams responsible for supporting Epic Beaker, Epic Radiant, and Epic Cupid across UTMB. Responsible for the development, management, and security of information systems, daily operations of departmental personnel, process improvement, change management for growth and enhancements, and project management for new system implementations. Works in collaboration with leaders in Information Technology Services (ITS) and other divisions across the enterprise to support the departmental and institutional strategic plans.

• Assists ITS leadership in the development, review, and maintenance of strategic and operational plans for information technology tools and usage.
• Coordinates with ITS leadership on the planning, design, development, and implementation of new application systems and the maintenance of existing systems.
• Assists with annual budgeting for operational expenses and ensures cost effectiveness.
• Provides effective project management for all assigned initiatives.
• Meets with customers to define the scope of projects and user needs.
• Prepares reports to inform leadership of project status and any deviation from project goals.
• Manages ITS staff by recruiting, training, promoting, disciplining, and coaching employees, communicating job expectations, and evaluating their performance.
• Ensure security of data, network access, and backup systems
• Identifies problematic processes and implements process improvement initiatives.
• Works and interacts closely with cross-functional teams to build collaborative working relationships with internal and external customers to support the institution’s vision.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups.
• Identifies functional and technical aspects of issues and integrates appropriate resources to meet business requirements.
• Recognizes and makes recommendations to clear obstacles in the path of success for respective team(s).
• Participates in resource procurement activities such as search committees, interviews, RFIs, RFPs, and contracts for various technical resources, applications, and staff as required.
• Audits systems and assesses their outcomes.
• Serves as an Audit and Compliance liaison for Information Services as needed.
• Identifies appropriate internal controls for the department; provides mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to manage remote teams as equally and effectively as onsite teams, while maintaining the cohesiveness of functioning as one team.
• Ability to constructively influence staff and team morale.
• Knowledge of clinical, business, and/or financial applications and processes.
• Proven managerial and leadership abilities with a solid record of accomplishment in healthcare information technology.
• Must be able to effectively communicate at all organizational levels, understand the institution’s vision, mission, and goals, and translate them into information technology initiatives.
• Exhibits the highest values of excellence, respect, integrity, and innovation.
• Adept and comfortable working with executives, physicians, other clinicians, academic leaders, and research faculty.
• Energetic, assertive, self-confident, and creative.
• Good presentation skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to thrive in a changing environment.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate data and make appropriate decisions/recommendations.
• Ability to foster a strong, collaborative working environment.

Salary Range:

$107,692.31 - $141,960.00. Actual salary commensurate with experience.

Work Schedule:

Up to 100% remote. 8 am to 5 pm, and on-call support for staff as needed. Occasional weekend work to support system upgrades or special projects.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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