Senior IT Project Manager

Salt Dental Partners; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt Dental Partners is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead enterprise technology initiatives across a multi-site Dental Support Organization. You will drive PMS deployments, data migrations, and ancillary tech integrations while ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with IT strategy.

Reporting to the IT Integration & Project Delivery Manager, you will manage scopes, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications, while mentoring junior PMs and advancing governance, change management,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT project management experience in healthcare or multi-site settings.
• Proven success delivering software implementations and infrastructure projects.
• Experience with PMS platforms (Denticon, Cloud 9, DSN Cloud) or similar healthcare apps.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale IT projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with IT, Operations, Clinical, and Revenue Cycle teams.
• Ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget.
• Mentor junior project managers and share best practices.

Skills

IT project management

Healthcare experience

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Business

PMP certification

Tools

Asana

Jira

Smartsheet

Job description

Join SALT Dental Partners and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to revolutionizing the dental industry through innovative marketing strategies and exceptional patient experiences. Since our doors opened in 2019, our mission has been to help specialty dental providers grow their practices. SALT is creating a vast network of like-minded dental specialists throughout the country. At SALT, we provide comprehensive support services, allowing dental specialists to focus on delivering exceptional care.

Job Summary

As a Senior IT Project Manager, you are a seasoned project leader responsible for managing complex, enterprise-level technology projects across a multi-site Dental Support Organization (DSO). This role manages strategic technology initiatives, ancillary technology deployments, integrations, and other defined infrastructure projects. Reporting directly to the IT Integration & Project Delivery Manager, the Senior IT Project Manager ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget while driving organizational change and adoption.

Essential Functions

• Lead large-scale IT projects from initiation through closure, including PMS rollouts, data migrations, and ancillary technology implementations.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, resource allocations, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure alignment with organizational priorities and IT strategy.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary liaison for projects between IT, Operations, Clinical, and Revenue Cycle teams.
• Facilitate executive-level updates, steering committee meetings, and decision-making processes.
• Manage expectations and communicate project status clearly to all stakeholders.
• Oversee vendor deliverables, SLAs, and performance; negotiate contracts and manage escalations.
• Coordinate with PMS vendors, technology partners, and integration partners to ensure successful deployments.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to HIPAA, SOC 2, and internal security standards throughout project lifecycle.
• Maintain documentation for audits, change management, and governance processes.

Change Management & Adoption

• Develop and execute change management plans, including training, communication, and adoption strategies.
• Drive cultural and operational readiness for technology transformation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within project delivery.
• Contribute to IT Project Management best practices and mentor junior project managers.
• Lead various process improvement efforts as defined.

Project Planning & Execution

• Coordinate PMS-related projects (Denticon, Cloud 9, DSN Cloud) and ancillary technology implementations or adjacent projects
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations for IT initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and quality standards; proactively manage risks and issues and escalates in a timely manner.

Reporting & Metrics

• Track and report project progress, KPIs, and financial performance to leadership.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned and continuous improvement opportunities.

Required Skills/Abilities

• 7+ years of IT project management experience, preferably in healthcare or multi-site environments.; with 3+ years in senior or lead roles.
• Proven success managing software implementations, integrations, and infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with PMS platforms (Denticon, Cloud 9, DSN Cloud) or similar healthcare applications.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile) and tools (Asana, Jira, Smartsheet).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills
• Previous experience supporting doctors’ offices and/or dental practices strongly preferred
• Detail orientated and comfortable working a fast-paced office environment
• Excellent oral communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Desire and ability to learn new skills and be a team player
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, business, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification strongly desired

Physical Requirements

• The following physical demands would apply to this job up to 40% of the time: Ability to lift, carry, or pull or push 25lbs
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&DD)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

SALT Dental Partners offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off in order to attract, develop, and retain our employees.

SALT Dental Partners offers equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.

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