Epic Implementation Manager
Baylor Genetics · Houston, TX · 3 days ago
RemoteRemoteManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end Epic Aura implementations, from project initiation through go-live and post-implementation optimization
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with scope and organizational priorities
- Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and blockers, and drive resolution in partnership with internal and external stakeholders
- Establish implementation best practices, playbooks, and scalable processes to support future deployments
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the implementation lifecycle, ensuring clear communication and alignment
- Partner with clinical, operational, and technical stakeholders to ensure workflows are accurately captured and reflected in system design
- Drive strong client relationships to support adoption, satisfaction, and long-term success
- Collaborate with engineering and integration teams to design, configure, and deploy Epic Aura integrations
- Identify gaps in compendium build, data mapping, or workflows, and partner with technical teams to implement solutions
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of integration issues during implementation and go-live
- Oversee development and execution of training programs for clinical, operational, and technical users
- Provide post-go-live support and guidance to drive adoption and resolve issues in a timely manner
- Develop documentation, training materials, and knowledge resources to support scalability
- Monitor system performance, user feedback, and operational metrics to identify opportunities for improvement
- Drive continuous optimization of workflows, integrations, and system configurations
- Ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory and data security requirements
- Prioritize enhancements and future capabilities in collaboration with Product and Engineering teams
Qualifications and Experience
- High school diploma required. Bachelor's degree in HealthCare Informatics, Sciences, Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field preferred.
- Experience with EMR/EHR systems and clinical laboratory environments strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of genetics, genomics, or the genetic testing industry is a plus.
- Experience 5+ years of experience in healthcare IT, including EMR/EHR integrations, LIS implementations, or technical project management.
- Hands-on experience with Epic, including Aura and/or Care Everywhere integrations.
- Epic Beaker experience required.
- Strong understanding of interoperability standards (HL7, FHIR, APIs) and digital health ecosystems.
- Experience working with clinical workflows, laboratory systems, and precision medicine solutions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA, PHI handling, and healthcare regulatory compliance.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional implementations in a client-facing environment.