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Epic Project Manager

TEKsystems
$75.00 - $115.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Dallas
Jul 22, 2026
Epic Project Manager (Behavioral Health Hospital Activation) Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid) Contract Length: 6 Months with Strong Extension Potential Through 2028 Travel: As Needed (Travel costs covered for non-local candidates) About the Opportunity Project Manager to lead the final implementation and go-live activities for a new Behavioral Health Hospital in Dallas, Texas. This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in the activation of the hospital's pediatric behavioral health unit, scheduled to go live in December 2026. The adult wing is already operational, and the pediatric wing is approximately 80% complete. The selected Project Manager will help drive the final phases of implementation, testing, operational readiness, and go-live execution while partnering closely with executive leadership, physicians, nursing leaders, operational stakeholders, and Epic application teams. This project is expected to continue through multiple phases of expansion, creating strong potential for contract extensions through 2028. What You'll Do * Lead Epic implementation activities for the behavioral health hospital's pediatric unit activation * Develop and manage project plans, timelines, risks, dependencies, and milestone tracking * Coordinate across Epic application teams, operational leaders, physicians, nursing leadership, and executive stakeholders * Drive integrated testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), training readiness, and go-live planning * Facilitate governance meetings, project status reporting, and executive communications * Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and aligned with organizational goals * Manage cross-functional teams and multiple Epic workstreams simultaneously * Support operational readiness activities related to hospital activation and patient care workflows * Identify and mitigate project risks while ensuring successful deployment and adoption Required Qualifications * Proven experience as an Epic Project Manager * Experience leading Epic implementation, activation, expansion, or optimization initiatives within a hospital environment * Strong knowledge of Epic project lifecycle management, governance, build processes, testing, training, and go-live support * Experience supporting or managing pediatric Epic workflows and build considerations * Experience with hospital openings, facility expansions, new tower openings, or unit/service-line activations * Ability to effectively engage and influence physicians, nursing leadership, operational stakeholders, and executive teams * Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills * Ability to quickly assess project needs and contribute immediately * Willingness to work onsite in Dallas as needed throughout the project Preferred Qualifications * Experience in pediatric hospitals or pediatric service lines * Experience within an academic medical center * Behavioral health or psychiatric services experience * Experience supporting new hospital openings or major healthcare facility activations * Familiarity with: * Epic ClinDoc * Epic Orders * Epic Inpatient and Ambulatory workflows * Epic Behavioral Health workflows * Epic Security and Role Design * Reporting and Operational Readiness * Integrated Testing and UAT Ideal Experience Successful candidates may have experience with: * Pediatric clinical workflows * Adolescent behavioral health operations * Guardian/proxy access and consent workflows * Pediatric clinical documentation requirements * Age-specific clinical decision support * Pediatric medication and order workflows * Large-scale healthcare technology implementations Work Environment This is a hybrid opportunity based in Dallas, Texas. Candidates in the Dallas-Fort Worth area are strongly preferred; however, qualified candidates outside the area will be considered. Travel expenses for required onsite work will be covered. Why Join This Project? * Lead one of the most impactful healthcare technology initiatives in Texas * Partner directly with executive leadership and clinical stakeholders * Influence the successful launch of a pediatric behavioral health program * Join a long-term initiative with anticipated expansion through 2028 * Work alongside an established Epic team with direct support from leadership If you're an experienced Epic Project Manager with pediatric implementation experience and a passion for healthcare transformation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $75.00 - $115.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Dallas,TX. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.