PACS Implementation Project Manager

Strategic Staffing Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare consulting firm is looking for a PACS Implementation Project Manager for a long-term contract role. The selected candidate will coordinate and manage the testing and deployment of PACS/VNA systems within a complex clinical environment, ensuring effective communication and compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in healthcare IT project management with relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare IT project management.
• Proven track record managing cutover planning and go-live readiness.
• Strong knowledge of DICOM, HL7, and PACS/VNA platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track testing and cutover activities for PACS implementation.
• Develop project plans and readiness assessments across teams.
• Lead go-live support and post-cutover stabilization efforts.

Skills

Healthcare IT Project Management

PACS Workflows

Radiology

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Education

Certification in Project Management (PMP or equivalent)

CIIP (Certified Imaging Informatics Professional)

Job description

STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS (S3) HAS AN OPENING!

Strategic Staffing Solutions is currently looking for a PACS Implementation Project Manager for a contract opportunity with one of our largest clients in Detroit, MI / REMOTE!

Title: PACS Implementation Project ManagerLocation: Remote
Duration: 18+ Months
Role Type: W2 Contract Engagement
Department:Clinical IT / Enterprise Imaging Program

Job Summary:

We are seeking a PACS Implementation Project Manager to lead and coordinate the testing and cutover workstreams as part of a major enterprise imaging transformation. This role will be instrumental in supporting the successful deployment and integration of new PACS/VNA systems across a complex healthcare environment. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in clinical IT project management, a deep understanding of radiology/PACS workflows, and a background in system migration or go-live readiness within large hospitals or health systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the planning, execution, and tracking of the testing (SIT, UAT) and cutover activities for PACS/VNA implementation.
• Develop detailed project plans, test cases, cutover checklists, and readiness assessments.
• Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams including IT, Radiology, Cardiology, and 3rd-party vendors.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to data migration, image availability, modality integration, and user readiness.
• Facilitate meetings, capture action items, and ensure timely issue resolution.
• Ensure testing outcomes meet quality and safety standards before go-live.
• Lead go-live support and post-cutover stabilization efforts.
• Provide status reporting to executive stakeholders and contribute to overall program governance.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare IT project management, with a focus on PACS or imaging systems.
• Proven track record managing cutover planning, system testing, and go-live readiness in clinical environments.
• Strong knowledge of DICOM, HL7, PACS/VNA platforms, and modality workflows.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with change management and clinical operations in Radiology and other imaging departments.
• Experience working in large, matrixed healthcare systems.

Preferred Certifications:

• PMP or equivalent project management certification
• CIIP (Certified Imaging Informatics Professional)
• ITIL or other service delivery frameworks
• Vendor-specific PACS/VNA training or certifications

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Job ID: JOB-241563
Publish Date: 15 May 2025

Tagged as: PACS Implementation Project Manager