Epic Project Manager (Contract - 6 months)

TCA Health • Chicago, IL

9d • $40 - $50 • Hybrid

About The Position

TCA Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center located on Chicago's far south side has been a provider of innovative, accessible, and quality primary care, dental, behavioral health services and more to Chicagoland's underserved communities for over 50 years! The culture at TCA Health is one of service and commitment. Our team of dedicated professionals is the reason why TCA Health continues to be one of Chicago’s leading Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers. TCA Health is seeking an Epic Project Manager (Contract - 6 months) responsible for Epic Implementation Specialist at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is responsible for managing the deployment, configuration, and optimization of the Epic EHR system to meet the unique needs and regulatory requirements of a community health center environment. This role ensures seamless integration, efficient workflows, and high-quality patient care for underserved populations. The ideal candidate will need to be on site for the "go live" process and throughout if needed. This is a Hybrid role.

Requirements

• Experience with Epic EHR systems, ideally including a full implementation cycle.
• Knowledge of relevant Epic modules used in FQHCs.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Essential soft skills include strong analytical, communication, project management, and organizational abilities.
• The ability to adapt to a dynamic healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

• Epic certification
• Experience in an FQHC or similar environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leading or assisting with the planning, design, and implementation of Epic modules like EpicCare Ambulatory and MyChart. This includes customizing the system for the FQHC's specific needs.
• Analyzing workflows to identify improvements and translate those into technical solutions within Epic.
• Creating training materials and providing support to staff on using Epic applications.
• Providing on-site support during and after implementation, troubleshooting issues.
• Assisting with data conversion and using Epic reporting tools for analysis and compliance.
• Managing system updates and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations like HIPAA.
• Serving as a link between staff, IT, and vendors to ensure project alignment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees