Senior Clinical Project Manager

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston, Northern (TX, KY)

Hybrid

USD 123,000 - 185,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical benefits

Generous PTO

Retirement plans

Professional growth

Mission-driven work

Job summary

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a seasoned clinical project executive to lead strategic technology initiatives across Epic EHR and ancillary systems. You will guide project teams, manage budgets, schedules, and risks, and partner with sponsors to ensure value delivery in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Ideal candidate has 6+ years in project management with healthcare tech experience, and a track record of enterprise-wide implementations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree is required.
Master's degree preferred in Computer Science, Software Engineering, MIS or Healthcare Administration.
6+ years of experience in project management and 5+ years in application and/or infrastructure services; alternative with more years of experience accepted.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic, enterprise-level technology projects.
Coordinate with sponsors and stakeholders to ensure requirements are captured.
Manage budgets, schedules, risk, and status reports; ensure PMO compliance.
Oversee resource allocation and vendor coordination to deliver projects on time.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Epic EHR System

Ancillary Clinical Systems

Job description

In the Technology, Data & Innovation (TDI) department, you'll lead strategic, enterprise-level projects that drive innovation and improve patient care. This is more than project management-it's an opportunity to influence technology initiatives that transform healthcare delivery.

What's in it for you?

Paid Medical Benefits: MD Anderson covers 100% of medical benefits for employees, plus dental and vision options.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to help you recharge.
Retirement Plans: Secure your future with robust retirement programs and employer contributions.
Professional Growth: Access to leadership development, advanced training, and career advancement opportunities.
Mission-Driven Work: Your projects will directly impact patient care, research, and operational excellence.

Ideal candidate will have clinical project management experience with proven experience managing large, complex, and strategic technology projects in a fast-paced environment. Including, but not limited to: Epic EHR System & Ancillary Clinical Systems or similar

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Alignment

Motivate and guide project teams toward common goals.
Demonstrate strong facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Coach and mentor TDI Project Managers and contract PM resources.
Engage stakeholders to manage expectations and demonstrate project value.
Collaborate with sponsors and key team members to ensure requirements are captured accurately.

Domain Expertise

Apply best practices and methodologies for portfolio, resource, and project management.
Develop and maintain project documentation including scope, schedule, budget, risk, and status reports.
Ensure timely updates in PMO platforms and customer approvals for system readiness.
Oversee resource allocation and financial management to keep projects within budget.
Proactively identify and mitigate risks.
Coordinate technical requirements, training plans, and transition to operations.

Organizational Efficiency

Communicate effectively with stakeholders and escrow issues promptly.
Provide regular updates and ensure projects stay on schedule, within scope and budget.
Assess challenges, propose solutions, and drive process improvements.
Build strong relationships with internal and external customers and vendors.
Adapt to changing environments and stakeholder needs.

Other Duties

Perform additional tasks as assigned to support departmental goals.

EDUCATION

Required: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred: Master's Degree Computer Science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Healthcare Administration or related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required: 6 years Experience to include five years in project management and five years in application and/or infrastructure services. or
Required: 4 years Experience is required to include three years in project management and three years in application and/or infrastructure services with preferred degree.
May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.
Preferred: Clinical project management experience, 6+ years of experience leading cross-functional, large-scale and high-complex programs and/or projects that were implemented enterprise-wide, 5+ years of experience with implementing technology, data and/or innovation solutions, and 5+ years of experience creating and delivering presentations for Executive Leadership.
Preferred skills: Epic EHR System, Ancillary Systems or similar.

Work Schedule:

Hybrid schedule (onsite and remote), prefer a candidate in the local Houston area. Will need to travel to other facilities in the Houston area.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Certified PMI - Project Management Professional (PMP)

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

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