Job Description

Job Description

Position: Project Manager, Clinical

Location : Downtown Indy (Must live within 1 hour radius of Indianapolis)

Duration: 18-24 month contract & Full time opportunities

Openings : 3 Contract 2 Direct Hire

Start: ASAP (Feb 2nd)

Overview

The Clinical Project Manager will play a critical role in leading and supporting Clinical Information Systems (Clinical IS) initiatives across a large healthcare organization. This role will focus heavily on clinical applications and Epic-integrated projects, managing efforts from initiation through go-live and stabilization.

The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of clinical knowledge and project management experience, with the ability to communicate effectively across clinical teams, IT partners, vendors, and executive leadership. This role requires flexibility, strong coordination skills, and comfort operating in a dynamic, matrixed environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution & Delivery

• Lead Clinical IS projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, including planning, execution, testing, go-live, and closeout.
• Manage one large Clinical IS project or multiple (2–3) smaller concurrent initiatives.
• Oversee clinical application delivery, including projects integrated with Epic.
• Coordinate with Epic teams, internal clinical stakeholders, and IT partners to ensure timelines and deliverables are met.

Testing, Training & Support

• Oversee system testing and validation to ensure seamless clinical workflow integration.
• Ensure established training plans are executed effectively for end users.
• Coordinate go-live support and post-implementation stabilization activities.

Monitoring & Governance

• Track project progress, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Facilitate kickoff calls, regular project meetings, and status updates.
• Manage resources and ensure alignment with project timelines and objectives.
• Provide clear, concise communication to leadership, including C-suite stakeholders.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with clinical analysts, clinical informaticists, and technical teams.
• Serve as a liaison between clinical teams, IT, and external vendors.
• Maintain proactive, transparent, and positive communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Problem-Solving & Closeout

• Actively troubleshoot project-related challenges, particularly those related to clinical systems and workflows.
• Ensure all project documentation is completed and outstanding items are resolved at project close.

Required & Preferred Qualifications

Strongly Preferred

• Registered Nurse (RN) or other clinical background.
• Clinical Informatics experience.
• Minimum 3 years of Project Management experience in a healthcare environment.
• Epic experience strongly preferred (Cerner experience acceptable if paired with Epic exposure).
• Ability to “talk the talk” clinically while applying strong PM discipline.

Required

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in project management or a related healthcare role.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Strong organizational, coordination, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Comfort working in fast-paced, highly collaborative environments.

Nice to Have

• PMP certification.
• Experience transitioning from a clinical role (e.g., RN, lab tech) into project management.
• Experience with ServiceNow, Microsoft Project, and Excel.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Heavy collaboration and communication; approximately 50% of the day spent in meetings.
• Mix of virtual work and onsite presence.
• Onsite expectations: up to 2 times per month (no travel reimbursement).
• Preference for candidates located within 1 hour of Indianapolis (up to 2 hours considered).
• Periodic in-person team sessions (approximately 1-2 times per month)

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