Epic Director

Primary Role

The Epic Director leads the successful implementation and ongoing management of Epic electronic medical records (EMR) systems. This role oversees project teams, budgets, and timelines while collaborating with leadership to achieve organizational goals. The Director ensures adherence to policies, resolves challenges, and drives project success through effective communication and change management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Epic EMR implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and risks.
• Communicate with stakeholders, providing updates on progress, risks, and resource needs.
• Serve as a liaison between departments, advocating for process improvement and change adoption.
• Mentor and develop staff, fostering growth and expertise.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: BA/BS in Computer Science, Business, or related field preferred.
• Certifications: Epic certification (clinical/revenue cycle applications) and ITIL Foundation preferred.
• Experience:
• 10 years in clinical, business operations, or medical informatics roles.
• 3 years in hospital operations and 4 years in leadership or strategic planning.
• Hands-on experience with Epic implementations, including full lifecycle management.
  

Skills And Competencies

• Expertise in healthcare operations and technology.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale projects, including budgets and timelines.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office (Project, Visio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  
  

Additional Attributes

• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and cultures.
• Skilled in vendor and resource management.
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation abilities.