Epic Cadence Implementation Manager

TEKsystems; United States; Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

TEKsystems seeks an Epic Cadence/Prelude Implementation Lead to guide a Back to Foundation initiative, coordinating across Epic builders, PMs, and business stakeholders. This contract role emphasizes leadership without hands-on configuration, with remote work and travel as applicable.

The ideal candidate brings Epic Cadence/Prelude implementation leadership, a related certification, and strong program management skills to align teams with Epic standards and project objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience leading an Epic Cadence and/or Prelude implementation (not hands-on build)
• Current or previous Epic Cadence/Prelude certification
• Experience with an Epic Refuel or Back to Foundation initiative
• Strong project management and implementation leadership skills
• Ability to coordinate across Epic builders, PMs, technical teams, and leadership

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coordination across the Epic implementation, aligning technical/build teams, project management, and organizational leadership
• Serve as the primary connection between Epic builders, project managers, and business/technical stakeholders

Skills

Epic Cadence/Prelude leadership

Certification in Cadence/Prelude

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Epic Back to Foundation experience

Job description

Epic Cadence/Prelude Implementation Lead

We are seeking an experienced Epic Cadence/Prelude Implementation Lead to support a highly visible Back to Foundation initiative. This individual will provide leadership and coordination across the Epic implementation, helping align technical/build teams, project management, and organizational leadership.

This is not a hands-on Epic build role. The ideal candidate will bring strong Epic implementation leadership and project management experience, with the ability to serve as the key connection between Epic builders, project managers, and business/technical stakeholders.

Top Skills

• Experience leading an Epic Cadence and/or Prelude implementation
• Current or previous Epic Cadence/Prelude certification
• Experience with an Epic Refuel or Back to Foundation initiative
• Strong project management and implementation leadership skills
• Ability to coordinate across Epic builders, PMs, technical teams, and leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Epic Implementation Lead, Application Lead, or Project Manager
• Strong understanding of Epic Cadence/Prelude workflows and implementation methodology
• Experience bringing an existing Epic environment back in alignment with Epic-recommended standards
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to lead complex initiatives without being responsible for hands-on configuration/build

Project Overview

The organization is undertaking a major Epic Back to Foundation initiative focused on bringing its EHR environment closer to current Epic standards. The goal is to simplify future upgrades while improving ongoing system maintenance and optimization.

The Cadence/Prelude workstream will be a key component of the initiative, making this a highly visible opportunity for an experienced Epic leader.

Work Environment

• Primarily remote
• Up to 15% travel onsite
• Collaborative environment working across technical, project, and organizational leadership teams

Why This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to take a leadership role in a significant Epic modernization initiative. The consultant will have visibility across the organization and play an important role in establishing a more standardized and sustainable Epic environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95.00 - $105.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.