System Implementation Manager

Maxim Healthcare; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Retirement and Financial Security

Lifestyle Benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare in Columbia, MD is seeking a System Implementation Manager to oversee IT system implementations across cross-functional teams. Manage and develop support and optimization teams for Maxim’s major applications, prioritizing implementation plans and stakeholder alignment.

The role emphasizes strong project management, system analysis, and change management skills, with leadership experience and PMP/Agile certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in system implementation or IT project management.
• Strong understanding of various IT systems and technologies.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• PM or Agile product management certification preferred.
• Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage system implementation projects from inception to completion, delivering on time and within scope and budget.
• Analyze business requirements and collaborate with technical leaders to design and implement systems.
• Manage and lead a team of IT professionals, providing guidance and support.
• Coordinate with vendors and external partners for successful implementations.
• Work with QA and architecture teams to ensure system quality through testing.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Influencing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Job description

Location: Columbia, MD (On-Site)
Target Candidates: Maryland
Salary Range: $90,000 -$105,000 + $8,000 Annual Bonus Potential
The System Implementation Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing the implementation of various IT systems within our organization. This role requires strong product/project management skills, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. The System Implementation Manager is responsible for the direct management, development, and supervision of the support and optimization teams supporting Maxim’s major applications. The role is also responsible for collaborating with various stakeholders to prioritize and develop system implementation plans and strategies.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Project and Product Management: Lead and manage system implementation projects from inception to completion. Ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope and budget. Facilitates the adoption of new systems and products through implementation, support, training and communication
• System Analysis and Design: Analyze business requirements and facilitates problem solving with technical leaders to design and implement systems to meet business needs. Collaborate with departments and stakeholders to ensure system designs are aligned with business goals. Pursues opportunities to improve the process by fostering feedback loops, documenting and sending an agreed-upon plan to all stakeholders
• Team Leadership: Manage and lead a team of IT professionals. Provide guidance, training, and support to team members. Manages resources based on priority, support ticket volume and optimization feedback.
• Vendor Management: Work with vendors and external partners to ensure successful system implementation.
• Quality Assurance: Closely working with Quality Assurance team and Architectural Team to ensure the quality of the system through rigorous testing procedures. Address any issues or bugs in a timely manner.
• Training and Support: Develop and provide training to users on new systems. Offer ongoing support and system enhancements as needed.
• Documentation: Work with support team to develop and maintain comprehensive project and product documentation, including system specifications, implementation plans, and user manuals.
• Change Management: Manage the change process associated with system implementation. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders about changes and updates.
• Budget Management: Oversee the budget for system implementation projects. Monitor and report on expenditures.
• Manages and Measures results around system performance, team member performance, business results, and process improvement optimization. Provides feedback and potential solutions and implements processes to prevent errors and trends.
• Acts as a positive influence and role model on the team, contributes to team morale and success
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in system implementation or IT project management.
• Strong understanding of various IT systems and technologies.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent project and product management skills, with a certification in Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile Product Management preferred.
• Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong customer service and excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Possess excellent organizational skills with the ability to successfully prioritize numerous responsibilities for multiple projects and provide effective and timely follow-up

Maxim BenefitsHealth and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement And Financial SecurityEmployee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k) + Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short and Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal benefits
Lifestyle BenefitsPaid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays, Transportation Benefits, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program and Employee Discount Program

• Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim HealthcareMaxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.