[Remote] Scrum Master (Heathcare Provider)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Akkodis is recruiting a Scrum Master for a client in the healthcare provider sector. The role leads Epic initiatives and supports Agile teams through facilitation, coaching, project delivery management, and coordination with clinical, operational, and technology stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Epic implementation, optimization, integration, upgrade, and enhancement projects across healthcare organizations
• Serve as Scrum Master for Agile teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives
• Coach teams, Product Owners, stakeholders, and leadership on Agile principles, Scrum frameworks, and Lean delivery practices
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance team velocity, predictability, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction
• Partner with Product Owners to maintain healthy backlogs, prioritize work, and define clear acceptance criteria
• Remove organizational impediments and proactively resolve blockers impacting project delivery
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations
• Develop project roadmaps and delivery plans aligned with organizational objectives
• Collaborate with Epic analysts, application teams, infrastructure teams, and operational stakeholders to ensure successful project execution
• Track Agile metrics including sprint velocity, burndown, throughput, and team health indicators
• Facilitate stakeholder workshops, requirements sessions, and solution design discussions
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, HIPAA requirements, and organizational governance standards
• Provide executive-level reporting and communication on project status, risks, and outcomes
• Support organizational Agile maturity by mentoring teams and promoting Agile best practices

Skills

• 5+ years of healthcare IT project management experience
• 2+ years supporting Epic EMR implementations, upgrades, optimizations, or operational initiatives
• 3+ years serving as a Scrum Master, Agile Coach, or Agile Project Manager
• Strong understanding of Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Lean, and Agile delivery frameworks
• Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and coaching cross-functional teams
• Proven success managing multiple concurrent projects within healthcare environments
• Strong knowledge of Epic modules such as Cadence, Prelude, Resolute, MyChart, Ambulatory, ClinDoc, or related applications
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and facilitation skills
• Experience using Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally, or similar Agile management tools
• Ability to influence teams without direct authority
• Experience working within provider, hospital or health system
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
• Advanced Certified Scrum Master (A-CSM)
• Certified Scrum Professional (CSP)
• SAFe Scrum Master (SSM)
• SAFe Agilist (SA)
• PMI-ACP
• PMP
• Epic certification(s)
• Healthcare consulting experience
• Experience leading Agile transformations or organizational Agile maturity initiatives

Benefits

• For associates (excluding client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client): medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• For associates (excluding client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client): short-term disability
• For associates (excluding client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client): additional voluntary benefits
• For associates (excluding client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client): an EAP program
• For associates (excluding client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client): commuter benefits
• For associates (excluding client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client): a 401K plan
• Associates may be eligible for paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law
• Holiday pay where applicable

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