JPA Epic Implementation Manager - Hybrid - 141093

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health seeks an experienced Epic project manager to lead end-to-end implementation plans for JPA entities migrating to Epic. You will manage risks, coordinate with Epic analysts and project teams, and ensure timely, quality delivery under PHSO-PACC methodologies.

The role includes ongoing management of JPA-funded Epic projects after go-live, with a hybrid schedule combining onsite Towne Centre Drive work and remote work.

Qualifications

• Nine years of related experience, or a Bachelor’s degree plus five years in related work.
• Basic knowledge of project management principles.
• Ability to assess IT needs for campus/medical center or Office of the President.
• Understanding of technology initiatives and their impact on the organization.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Experience leading a technology team.
• Ability to anticipate obstacles and plan contingencies.
• Proven leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create end-to-end implementation project plans for JPA entities transitioning to Epic.
• Manage JPA-funded Epic projects post go-live.
• Identify risks early and develop mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with Epic analysts, project teams, customers, and leadership to resolve issues.
• Ensure timely delivery with clear ownership and accountability.

Skills

Project management

Epic implementation

Team leadership

Communication skills

Risk management

Planning and organization

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

Epic

PM software

Job description

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]? This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Towne Centre Drive and remote.

DESCRIPTION

This role will work with Epic analysts and project team members to create end-to-end implementation project plans for JPA entities transitioning to Epic. The incumbent will ensure tasks are completed to the quality standards established under PHSO-PACC methodologies and in a timely manner, with clear ownership and accountability at every stage. This role will identify implementation risks and mitigation strategies early in the project lifecycle, and resolve issues using appropriate techniques - engaging project team members, external customers, and internal and external leadership as needed - with timely resolution and reliable follow-through. Following the initial go-live, this role will continue to manage JPA-funded Epic projects on an ongoing basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Nine (9) years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus five (5) years of related experience/training. Related experience: EMR implementation experience and extensive experience implementing Epic for Connect affiliates (Epic Community connect) or entities external to UC San Diego Health.

• Requires basic knowledge of project management principles, theories, and concepts.

• Requires ability to assess campus, medical center or Office of the President needs for information technology products and design services to meet those needs.

• Working knowledge of technology-related initiatives and an understanding of impact to the organization of such initiatives.

• Demonstrated capacity to anticipate obstacles and plan for contingencies.

• Demonstrated attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to determine relevance and prioritize tasks.

• Demonstrated effective writing skills.

• Demonstrated competency in selecting and implementing project management methods and techniques.

• Broad knowledge of technology-related initiatives and an understanding of impact to the organization of such initiatives.

• Proven leadership ability. Effective problem solving skills. Demonstrated ability to put forth persuasive arguments.

• Effective skill at tracking effort and project progress.

• Demonstrated highly advanced organization and project management skills.

• Demonstrated strong conceptual and planning skills to analyze projects of broad and diverse scope. Understands the cost impact of projects, project tracking tools and metrics.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of an organization.

• Experience leading a team of technology professionals.

• Advanced knowledge of all aspects of computing and communications including hardware infrastructure, networking, software, operations and disaster recovery.

• Demonstrated ability to integrate critical information across disciplines. Understands how projects relate to other business strategies and initiatives.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive (5 years or more) Epic community connect implementation experience.

• PMP certification.

• Epic certifications.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $111,300 - $211,100 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $53.30 - $101.10

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).