Epic Testing/Cutover Project Manager

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Healthcare Administration, or related field

• 5+ years of healthcare IT project management experience, with specific experience in Epic implementations or upgrades
• Experience managing testing for multiple full scale Epic implementations

• Proven experience managing testing and/or cutover workstreams

• Strong understanding of Epic modules and EHR testing methodologies

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Preferred:

• Epic certification in Project Management or applicable Epic applications (e.g., Resolute, Ambulatory, Inpatient)

• Experience with technical cutovers, data conversion, and interface testing

• PMP or similar project management certification
  
   

  Key Responsibilities:

  Testing Management:

• Develop and manage the comprehensive testing strategy and schedule, including:

  • Unit Testing

  • Integrated Testing (IT)

  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

  • Regression Testing

  • Performance/Load Testing

• Coordinate with Epic application analysts, technical teams, and operational SMEs to define test scenarios, scripts, and acceptance criteria.

• Track testing progress, manage defect resolution, and ensure timely completion of all testing phases.

• Facilitate daily stand-ups and testing checkpoint meetings; escalate risks and blockers.

• Cutover Planning & Execution:

• Develop and manage the cutover playbook and detailed cutover timeline.

• Coordinate cutover activities across technical, clinical, and operational teams.

• Ensure all go-live readiness criteria are met, including data conversions, interface activations, and system validations.

• Lead cutover command center operations, including coordination, issue triage, and real-time decision-making.

• Collaborate with change management and training teams to ensure end-users are informed and ready.

• Communication & Reporting:

• Maintain and distribute status reports, dashboards, and risk logs for leadership and stakeholders.

• Provide clear documentation of testing outcomes, cutover actions, and post-go-live support needs.

• Serve as the central point of contact for all testing and cutover activities.