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STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS (S3) HAS AN OPENING!
Strategic Staffing Solutions is currently looking for a PACS Implementation Project Manager for a contract opportunity with one of our largest clients in Detroit, MI / REMOTE!
Title: PACS Implementation Project Manager
Location: Remote
Duration: 18+ Months
Role Type: W2 Contract Engagement
Department: Clinical IT / Enterprise Imaging Program
Job Summary:
We are seeking a PACS Implementation Project Manager to lead and coordinate the testing and cutover workstreams as part of a major enterprise imaging transformation. This role will be instrumental in supporting the successful deployment and integration of new PACS/VNA systems across a complex healthcare environment. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in clinical IT project management, a deep understanding of radiology/PACS workflows, and a background in system migration or go-live readiness within large hospitals or health systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the planning, execution, and tracking of the testing (SIT, UAT) and cutover activities for PACS/VNA implementation.
- Develop detailed project plans, test cases, cutover checklists, and readiness assessments.
- Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams including IT, Radiology, Cardiology, and 3rd-party vendors.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to data migration, image availability, modality integration, and user readiness.
- Facilitate meetings, capture action items, and ensure timely issue resolution.
- Ensure testing outcomes meet quality and safety standards before go-live.
- Lead go-live support and post-cutover stabilization efforts.
- Provide status reporting to executive stakeholders and contribute to overall program governance.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in healthcare IT project management, with a focus on PACS or imaging systems.
- Proven track record managing cutover planning, system testing, and go-live readiness in clinical environments.
- Strong knowledge of DICOM, HL7, PACS/VNA platforms, and modality workflows.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Familiarity with change management and clinical operations in Radiology and other imaging departments.
- Experience working in large, matrixed healthcare systems.
Preferred Certifications:
- PMP or equivalent project management certification
- CIIP (Certified Imaging Informatics Professional)
- ITIL or other service delivery frameworks
- Vendor-specific PACS/VNA training or certifications
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