Physician EHR Implementation Lead
About The Position
Guidehouse is seeking a clinically experienced and operations-savvy Physician to serve as the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Implementation Lead. This role is critical to supporting a multi-year, government-sponsored initiative to modernize healthcare delivery through the deployment of a comprehensive EHR system across hospital networks. The ideal candidate will bring deep clinical insight, a strong understanding of hospital operations, and a passion for improving care delivery through technology. About the Project: This initiative will integrate services across public health, behavioral health, corrections, and pharmacy. The Technical Lead will play a pivotal role in delivering a unified, interoperable EHR system that improves care delivery, operational efficiency, and compliance. Why Guidehouse? Guidehouse is a leading healthcare consulting firm committed to transforming care delivery through innovation, collaboration, and strategic insight. Join a team that values clinical expertise, operational excellence, and the power of technology to improve patient outcomes.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of experience in clinical operations or clinical informatics, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
- MD or DO with active clinical experience (board certification preferred).
- Minimum 3 years of experience in large-scale EHR implementations, including at least 3 Oracle Health (Cerner) projects.
- Proven track record of leading or supporting large-scale EHR deployments in hospital or health system settings.
- Proven experience implementing Oracle Health PowerChart in inpatient and ambulatory settings.
- Deep understanding of acute care and ambulatory workflows, including documentation, order entry, medication administration, and care coordination.
- Experience with public sector healthcare delivery, including DPH and DMH facilities.
- Familiarity with clinical documentation standards, regulatory compliance, and patient safety protocols.
- Strong knowledge of clinical system optimization, dynamic documentation, and provider adoption strategies.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and documentation skills.
Nice To Haves
- Board Certification.
- Experience with federal/state EHR implementations, including VA or DoD projects.
- Experience with Oracle Health Data Intelligence (formerly HealtheIntent) for clinical analytics and reporting.
- Experience managing clinical transformation in multi-entity, multi-specialty environments.
- Deep experience with Oracle Health (Cerner) , MEDITECH , and other EHR platforms across complex, multi-entity implementations
- Proven success in leading cutover planning , mock go-lives , and dress rehearsals in heterogeneous environments
- Familiarity with state-operated pharmacy services , correctional health, and behavioral health workflows.
- Experience working with government agencies or public health initiatives is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the clinical lead for EHR implementation projects, representing the voice of physicians and clinical staff throughout the design, deployment, and optimization phases.
- Collaborate closely with hospital leadership, clinical teams, IT professionals, and government stakeholders to ensure the EHR solution aligns with operational workflows and clinical best practices.
- Lead clinical workflow assessments and gap analyses to identify areas impacted by EHR adoption and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Translate clinical requirements into system specifications and work with technical teams to ensure accurate configuration and integration.
- Facilitate change management efforts, including clinician engagement, training strategy development, and adoption monitoring.
- Act as a liaison between Guidehouse, hospital systems, and the sponsoring government agency to ensure alignment on goals, timelines, and outcomes.
- Monitor implementation progress, identify risks, and provide strategic guidance to ensure successful deployment and long-term sustainability.
- Leads cross-functional teams across clinical, operational, and technical domains.
- Communicates complex clinical strategies to stakeholders at all levels.
- Ensures alignment with Commonwealth’s enterprise architecture and governance standards.
- Provides mentorship, performance feedback, and escalation support across all clinical workstreams.
- Coordinates with PMO, Technical Lead, and Revenue Cycle Lead to ensure delivery milestones are met.
Benefits
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
- Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Basic Life & Supplemental Life
- Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Student Loan PayDown
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
- Mobility Stipend
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
