Technology Project Manager

About Piedmont Health Services
Piedmont Health Services, Inc. (PHS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in North Carolina. Dedicated to delivering top-tier, accessible, and inclusive primary healthcare, PHS has proudly served for 55 years and remains the largest community health center in central NC. Operating 11 Community Health Centers, 2 PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) SeniorCare facilities, and 2 Mobile Health Units, PHS extends its services to residents across five counties, including Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Orange, and Lee.

What's an FQHC?
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) are community-based healthcare providers that receive funds from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Center Program to provide primary care services in under-served areas.

Job Title -
Technology Project Manager

Department -
IT

Reports to -
Chief Information Officer

Benefits -

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance (Short & Long Term Disability)
• 403(b) Plan
• Paid Holidays
• CME (Continuing Medical Education)

About Position

• Work Location: 88 Vilcom Center Dr., Suite 110, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (Occasional Saturdays)
• Travel: N/A

Job Summary -
The Technology Project Manager will provide direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of complex technical projects at Piedmont Health Services (PHS). Some technical projects include electronic health record (EHR) system implementation, digital initiatives, data integrations, and healthcare interoperability. The Technology Project Manager will lead projects from start to finish with a focus on information technology (IT) initiatives and must be technically proficient to deliver projects on time and within budget. This position requires a strong technical background, deep knowledge of EHR systems, and exceptional leadership skills to provide technical insight that translates effectively between our technical team and business stakeholders. The Technology Project Manager will ensure our projects align with PHS' strategic plan and provide successful outcomes that advance our mission in providing essential care to the underserved community.

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, information systems, health informatics, or a related field;

Certification

• Epic certification in at least one clinical module required within 15 months of hire if not already obtained;
• Project Management Professional (PMP), preferred;

Experience

• 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in IT;
• 2 years of experience managing technical projects with healthcare organizations or with similar regulatory environments;
• Experience managing projects that involve technical infrastructure, integrations, data migrations, application programming interfaces, EHR or digital health tools, preferred;
• Experience with agile or hybrid project management methodologies, and use of project management tools, preferred;
• Experience working with remote or hybrid teams and vendors, and implementing technology in resource constrained settings, preferred;
• Prior experience working with underserved populations, CHC, FQHC, or value-based care environments, preferred;

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate technical complexities into clear business terms and build consensus among stakeholders;
• Able to manage multiple projects concurrently, adapt to shifting priorities, and navigate ambiguity with a mission-focused mindset;
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills;
• Deep understanding of healthcare workflows and IT systems;
• Proficiency with project management software and tools;
• Familiar with healthcare regulatory requirements (HIPAA, HITECH), data privacy and security standards, and nonprofit funding/grant compliance;
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, Agile, and/or hybrid methodologies;
• Capable of translating technical issues into clear business/clinical language for leadership;
• Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented;
• Commitment to equity, health access, community impact, and the values of a nonprofit environment;
• Strong understanding of data analytics, reporting, dashboards, and healthcare data standards;
• Knowledge of healthcare informatics and EHR reporting;
• Able to analyze metrics and provide actionable insights;
• Commitment to our mission of improving health outcomes in underserved communities.

Immunizations: Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up-to-date prior to beginning employment

Pay Range:
$81,761 - $109,880

EEO Statement
Piedmont Health Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.