Project Management Senior - Health Information Technology (HIT)

UVA Health; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Disability Insurance

Health Saving Plans and FSA

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Senior HIT Project Manager to lead Epic optimization and large-scale IT initiatives across clinical, operational, and technical teams.

You will drive project delivery on time and within budget, mentor teams, coordinate vendors, manage change, and report to executives. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on delivery in a nationally recognized academic health system.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of healthcare IT project experience.
• PMP certification preferred and expected within 4 years of hire.
• Experience with Epic optimization and implementation.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate with executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex healthcare IT projects with accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Manage Epic optimization efforts and implementation projects, enhancements, and technology improvements.
• Partner with Epic leaders, operational stakeholders, clinicians, and end users to align solutions with patient care objectives.
• Develop project plans, resource strategies, timelines, risk mitigation, and status reporting frameworks.
• Coordinate vendor activities and ensure integration of vendor deliverables into project objectives.
• Facilitate governance activities and executive-level project communications.
• Analyze project performance and resource utilization to inform decisions.
• Drive change management to improve adoption and workflow efficiency.
• Provide leadership and coaching to project teams across complex challenges.
• Support enterprise initiatives including Epic optimization and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Epic optimization

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Epic

Job description

Join a team at the forefront of healthcare technology transformation, leading strategic initiatives that enhance the tools clinicians and operational teams rely on every day. This is an opportunity to drive meaningful change across a nationally recognized academic health system while helping shape the future of digital healthcare delivery.

As a Senior HIT Project Manager, you will lead complex technology initiatives focused on Epic optimization, implementation, and continuous improvement. Working across clinical, operational, and technical teams, you will serve as the central point of accountability for project success, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with organizational goals.

The Role

In this highly visible leadership role, you will manage multiple healthcare technology projects simultaneously, guiding initiatives from concept through implementation while partnering with stakeholders across UVA Health. Success requires strong project management expertise, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to balance operational priorities with technology advancement.

On a Typical Day, You Will

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex healthcare IT projects with accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Manage Epic optimization efforts, implementation of projects, enhancement initiatives, and strategic technology improvements.
• Partner with Epic application leaders, operational stakeholders, clinicians, and end users to ensure solutions support business and patient care objectives.
• Develop project plans, resource strategies, timelines, risk mitigation approaches, and status reporting frameworks.
• Coordinate vendor activities and ensure successful integration of vendor deliverables into project objectives.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, governance activities, and executive-level project communications.
• Analyze project performance, resource utilization, and key metrics to support informed decision-making.
• Drive change management efforts that improve adoption, workflow efficiency, and user experience.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to project teams while helping solve complex organizational and technical challenges.
• Support enterprise initiatives including Epic optimization, new module deployments, Gold Star initiatives, Honor Roll initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

This role offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement, typically requiring 2 to 3 onsite days per week based on business needs.

Why UVA Health

UVA Health offers a unique combination of academic medicine, innovation, and large-scale enterprise transformation. As part of a health system committed to advancing patient care through technology, you will have the opportunity to influence projects that directly impact clinicians, staff, and patients across the organization.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

• Lead enterprise-wide Epic initiatives with organization-wide visibility and impact.
• Join a transformational environment supported by executive leadership committed to innovation and modernization.
• Expand your Epic expertise through exposure to multiple modules, optimization programs, and implementation efforts.
• Work alongside collaborative clinical, operational, and technical leaders dedicated to improving care delivery.
• Influence strategic healthcare technology decisions that improve provider experiences and operational efficiency.
• Gain broad exposure to large-scale healthcare transformation projects that accelerate professional growth.
• Be part of a nationally recognized academic health system known for excellence in patient care, research, and education.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced healthcare technology project leader who wants to move beyond project execution and play a meaningful role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery through technology.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville

Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life that attracts professionals from across the country. Nestled in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, the region combines scenic outdoor recreation, award-winning wineries, vibrant arts and culture, and a thriving culinary scene. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking, cycling, music festivals, and year-round community events, while benefiting from the amenities of a university town and the charm of a welcoming community. For professionals and families alike, Charlottesville provides an outstanding balance of career opportunity, lifestyle, and affordability in one of the nation's most desirable places to live.

Minimum Requirements

Education: High School Diploma, Bachelor's Degree Preferred.

Experience: At least 5+ years of experience.

Licensure: PMP Preferred and require within 4 years of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The pay range for this role is $87,783.00 - $175,565.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and Education Support

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.