JPA Epic Implementation Manager - Hybrid - 141093

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking an experienced JPA Epic Implementation Manager to lead end-to-end Epic projects with analysts and teams. Hybrid work arrangement combines onsite Towne Centre Drive and remote work to support complex implementations.

You will develop project plans, identify risks early, ensure quality under PHSO-PACC methodologies, and manage projects post‑go-live, aligning with campus IT and healthcare goals.

Qualifications

• Nine years of related experience or a Bachelor’s degree plus five years of related experience/training.
• Basic knowledge of project management principles.
• Ability to assess IT needs for campus/medical center/OP needs for information technology products and design services.
• Working knowledge of technology-related initiatives and their organizational impact.
• Demonstrated capacity to anticipate obstacles and plan contingencies.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent writing and communication across levels of an organization.
• Experience leading a team of technology professionals.
• Advanced knowledge of computing and communications including hardware, networking, software, operations and disaster recovery.

Responsibilities

• Create end-to-end implementation project plans for JPA entities transitioning to Epic.
• Ensure tasks meet quality standards under PHSO-PACC methodologies and timelines.
• Identify risks and mitigation strategies early in the project lifecycle and resolve issues with stakeholders.
• Post go-live, manage JPA-funded Epic projects on an ongoing basis.

Skills

Project management

Epic implementation

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Attention to detail

Planning

Problem solving

Team leadership

IT infrastructure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related area

PMP certification

Epic certifications

Tools

Epic Community Connect

Job description

Payroll Title

TCHL PROJECT MGT PROFL 4

Department

PHSO - IS

Hiring Pay Scale

$125,000 - $167,000 / Year

Worksite

Towne Centre Drive

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

100%

Union

Uncovered

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday

#141093 JPA Epic Implementation Manager - Hybrid

Filing Deadline

Mon 9/28/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening.

Reassignment Applicants

Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

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).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading‑edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute‑designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace