Technical Project Manager

Summary

Join Blue Water Thinking as a Technical Project Manager to oversee small- to medium-scale healthcare technology projects within the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This role demands strong project management skills, in-depth knowledge of healthcare technology management (HTM), and experience within the VA enterprise. You will lead projects through their entire lifecycle, from planning and execution to stakeholder communication and delivery. Collaboration with clinical, technical, and administrative teams is crucial, ensuring compliance with VA and federal regulations. The position requires expertise in government acquisition systems and VA procurement processes. You will utilize your skills to communicate project status, develop reports, and leverage emerging technologies like LLMs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, extensive experience in HTM, and a proven track record of success in the VA.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or related technical discipline, or Certification as a Clinical Engineer (CCE)
• Minimum of three (5) years of experience in a hospital or healthcare environment managing medical equipment or HTM programs
• Proven experience working with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, including familiarity with VHA systems and operations
• Knowledge and experience working under government contracts, including VA-specific acquisition processes
• Knowledge and experience with Oracle Health Cerner Millennium or Electronic Health Record Modernization deployments
• Experience or training as a VA Contracting Officer Representative (COR) or in a similar oversight role for federal contracts
• Demonstrated knowledge of HTM industry tools such as One Source, ECRI, and Best in Class (BIC)
• Understanding of federal regulatory requirements, including those from The Joint Commission (TJC) and applicable ISO standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking, stakeholder engagement, and technical presentations
• Experience with a variety of HTM CMMS platforms (e.g., AEMS/MERS, Nuvolo, Maximo)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal public trust clearance

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and execute multiple HTM-related projects involving the Oracle Health Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) efforts within the VA healthcare system, ensuring timely and successful delivery
• Collaborate with EHRM stakeholders across Biomedical Engineering departments, VA medical centers, and VISN leadership to define project goals and deliverables
• Utilize government acquisition and procurement systems knowledge to support project execution (including One Source, ECRI, Best in Class)
• Apply knowledge of VA procurement and clinical operations to guide technology planning and implementation
• Communicate project status, risks, and milestones effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, including VA leadership and clinical staff
• Develop and present detailed project reports and presentations to a wide range of stakeholders
• Utilize knowledge of various HTM Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to inform project planning and tracking
• Integrate the use of emerging technologies, including Large Language Model (LLM) applications, to support decision-making, documentation, and process automation

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with LLM tools and applications for use in documentation, analysis, or workflow support

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• Paid time off
• Federal holidays
• Matching 401K plan