Technical Project Manager – Healthcare IT Systems - SOSC

Job Title: Technical Project Manager – Healthcare IT Systems
Location: Columbia, SC
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Rate: $85–$90 per hour

Candidate must be a CURRENT South Carolina resident. No relocation allowed.

Project Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to oversee implementation and integration of healthcare IT systems, including Medicaid Eligibility and Enrollment platforms. The role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor deliverables, and ensuring project milestones are achieved on schedule and within scope.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage technical project timelines, resources, and deliverables.
• Coordinate work between internal teams, vendors, and integrators.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all work adheres to project management best practices.
• Report project status to leadership and stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings and support issue resolution across teams.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience managing healthcare IT projects.
• Strong vendor management and coordination skills.
• Expertise in project planning and reporting.
• Ability to manage technical and non-technical teams.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Preferred Skills:

• PMP Certification.
• Medicaid or MMIS project experience.
• Experience with IBM Cúram or similar platforms.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field.