JPA-PHMG Program Coordinator - Hybrid - 141094

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Program Coordinator to support the setup and ongoing administration of the Epic transition program for JPA entities. You will help establish software contracts, coordinate billing, and ensure a solid financial framework for implementation and steady-state support.

The role requires seasoned project management skills, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects with vendors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of related experience or a bachelor’s degree plus three years in accounting/finance management, contract management, or SOW development.
• Requires effective communication and organization skills.
• Knowledge of project management principles and ability to assess IT needs.
• Experience with Epic and third-party vendors is preferred.
• Strong writing and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supports setup and ongoing administration of the program structure for JPA entities transitioning to Epic.
• Manages projects of diverse scope, size, impact, and budget with a project team.
• Applies seasoned PM methods to resolve issues and plan contingencies.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organization

Leadership

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

Epic

Job description

Payroll Title: TCHL PROJECT MGT PROFL 3

Department: PHSO - IS

Hiring Pay Scale: $98,198 - $148,080 / Year

Worksite: Towne Centre Drive

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union: Uncovered

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday

#141094 JPA-PHMG Program Coordinator - Hybrid

Filing Deadline: Mon 10/5/2026

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, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 09/23/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

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 (San Diego, CA) and remote.

DESCRIPTION

The Program Coordinator will support the setup and ongoing administration of the program support structure for all JPA entities transitioning to Epic — establishing and tracking software and services contracts, coordinating billing to the JPA, and ensuring the contractual and financial framework is in place to support each entity through implementation and into steady-state support.

Applies skills as a seasoned, experienced technical project management professional with a full understanding of project management frameworks and methods, relevant policies and procedures to resolve a wide range of issues. Demonstrates competency in selecting methods and techniques to obtain solutions. Manages projects of diverse scope, size, impact, budget and / or project team size.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Seven (7) years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor’s degree in related area plus three (3) years of related experience/training. Related experience: accounting and finance management in a healthcare setting, contract management with Epic and third party vendors, draft technical project's statement of work.

• Requires effective communication and organization skills.

• 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 advanced organization and project management skills.

• 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.

• Knowledge of most aspects of computing and communications including hardware infrastructure, networking, software, operations and disaster recovery.

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

• Effective skill at tracking effort and project progress.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong background and experience in accounting practices and understanding of financial concepts

• Strong background in contract management with Epic and third party vendors.

• Skills to independently draft technical project's statement of work with scope, timeline, cost, labor and success criteria.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Ability to travel to affiliate sites in San Diego on a monthly basis without departmental financial support except for mileage reimbursements.

• 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: $100,100 - $187,500 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $47.94 - $89.80

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).

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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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