IT Technical Project Manager

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Altera, a member of the N. Harris Computer Corporation family, delivers health IT solutions that support caregivers around the world. These include the Sunrise™, Paragon®, Altera Touch Works®, Altera Opal, STAR™, Health Quest™ and db Motion™ solutions. At the intersection of technology and the human experience, Altera Digital Health is driving a new era of healthcare, in which innovation and expertise can elevate care delivery and inspire healthier communities across the globe.

A new age in healthcare technology has just begun.

IT Technical Project Manager

York Hospital, York, Maine

Information Technology

Director of IT

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Technical Project Manager to join our dynamic team at York Hospital. This role will be responsible for leading, coordinating, and managing a variety of IT projects to support hospital operations, improve patient care, and enhance our technical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience in IT project management within a healthcare environment and a strong understanding of both technical and operational aspects of hospital IT systems.

• Project Management: Oversee the full project lifecycle for IT initiatives, including planning, executing, monitoring, and closing projects. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Team Leadership: Lead cross‑functional teams of IT professionals, clinical staff, and vendors to implement technical solutions and improvements. Provide guidance and support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including department heads, clinical staff, vendors, and executive leadership. Provide regular project updates and reports.
• Risk and Issue Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues. Proactively resolve obstacles to ensure project success.
• Technical Expertise: Apply technical knowledge to ensure that the solutions being implemented align with hospital infrastructure, security, and regulatory requirements (HIPAA, HITECH, etc.).
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes, tools, and methodologies to increase efficiency and quality in IT project delivery.
• Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage project budgets, including resource allocation and vendor contracts. Monitor project costs and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that all IT projects meet or exceed quality standards, as defined by stakeholders, and align with hospital goals and objectives.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and post‑implementation reviews. Ensure compliance with relevant health IT regulations and standards.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Healthcare Management, or related field. PMP, Scrum Master, or other project management certifications preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in IT project management, with at least 2 years in a healthcare setting.
  • Strong technical background with a solid understanding of healthcare IT systems (EMR/EHR, PACS, networking, etc.).
  • Proven experience managing multiple, complex projects simultaneously.
  • Experience with hospital workflows, clinical systems, and healthcare regulations (HIPAA, HITECH) is a plus.
• Skills:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
  • Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana) and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
  • Ability to problem‑solve and think critically in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, including experience in managing vendor relationships.

• Full‑time position with a hybrid work…