EHR Services Project Managers- Remote

About the position Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Our EHR Services practice continues to grow our comprehensive Epic services capability using the collective expertise of our clinical, consulting, delivery, technology, and operations teams. EHR Services Project Managers within our practice serve as liaisons between client leadership, operations, and IT resources and their Optum project teams. Project Managers scope, plan, oversee and document all aspects of multiple concurrent projects with varying degrees of complexity within the organization. This role regularly consults with upper management to ensure the scope and direction of each project is on schedule, collaborating across the organization for support. Our Project Managers demonstrate knowledge of core project management principles and provide exemplary customer service that continues to position Optum as a center of excellence for technology consulting and related EHR services. Solid candidates for this role will be able to demonstrate self-motivation, individual leadership, and team collaboration. Most importantly, our team members will foster a culture of diversity and inclusion and drive innovation for our organization and our clients. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Responsibilities • Perform scoping and requirements gathering for assigned projects • Develop and maintain detailed project plans (including resource assignments, schedules, dependencies, etc.) • Develop, maintain, and revise all project management materials • Educate and mentor project team members on thorough project management documentation throughout the project lifecycle • Track progress of projects and ensure all milestones and timelines are met, quickly identifying and escalating any risks to meeting these milestones and timelines • Collaborate and negotiate with project sponsors and other stakeholders on project management strategy, timeframes, and specific outcomes to be achieved • Identify relevant stakeholders and build communication strategies to ensure project deliverables are on time, within budget, and meet desired outcome metrics • Identify, escalate, and mitigate project risks and issues, communicate project status, and navigate changes in project scope, resources, or timeline to ensure that the project sponsor is satisfied with project results • Provide coordination amongst multiple parties (clients, vendors, external partners, and Optum) to bring alignment and shared understandings of project scope, timelines, milestones, and expectations • Establish, implement, and comply with change management processes to drive effective project execution (e.g., launch, deployment, revisions, change control) • Assist in establishing, customizing, and maintaining EHR Services project management methodology and procedures • Collaborate on process improvements within the EHR Services team and participate in process improvement efforts Requirements • 5+ years of relevant project management experience using data and information to achieve project goals • 3+ years of experience in complex project management in a healthcare and/or IT setting, including 2,000+ hours leading and managing projects • Experience at fast-paced and agile company, managing multiple projects concurrently • Experience working with fully remote project teams and leading projects to successful completion • Technical aptitude to fully understand and acquire the necessary knowledge required to effectively collaborate with team members on any project • Proficiency in Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint or similar tools for managing projects and deliverables • Solid familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices • Proven solid communication and relationship management skills with experience working across all levels, from administrative to executive • Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline • Ability to travel up to 25% annually, USA domestic locations; Travel may be lower depending on project requirements Nice-to-haves • PMP certification or other formal project management training • Epic certification in one or more applications • History of managing EHR strategy or implementation projects • Consulting experience with a focus on analyzing and interpreting client needs and creating value through professional product delivery Benefits • Comprehensive benefits package • Incentive and recognition programs • Equity stock purchase • 401k contribution Apply tot his job