
Sr Technical Project Manager
CareDx, Inc. · Texas, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Texas, United States
Job highlights
- Manage EMR integration projects end-to-end.
- Coordinate technical, clinical, and client teams.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve discrepancies.
- Communicate project status to stakeholders clearly.
- Ensure successful testing and quality assurance.
About the role
About CareDx, Inc.
CareDx, Inc. is a leading precision medicine solutions company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers. CareDx offers products, testing services, and digital healthcare solutions along the pre- and post-transplant patient journey, and is the leading provider of genomics-based information for transplant patients.
Role Overview
The Senior Technical Project Manager plays a critical role in driving CareDx’s EMR Integration and Interoperability initiatives. This role serves as the central coordinator across technical, clinical, and client teams. Blending strong project management discipline with hands-on technical expertise, the associate ensures successful delivery, testing, and implementation of technical solutions to improve transplant centers and clinical teams work with CareDx products and services. This role reports to the Lead Technical Project Manager.
Core Responsibilities
Project Execution & Delivery
- Own end-to-end project planning, execution, and delivery of technical integrations and support post-go-live stabilization.
- Manage cross‐team communication to ensure alignment on timelines, dependencies, testing expectations, and rollout steps.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including plans, status updates, SOPs, and client-facing deliverables.
Technical Problem Solving & Integration Support
- Partner with internal engineering and interoperability teams and external client teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues using tools such as Redox, Mirth, Epic and Salesforce.
- Analyze discrepancies (e.g., mismatched IDs, outdated packages, record‐level inconsistencies) and guide teams toward accurate resolution.
- Proactively identify risks and bring forward recommendations and solution options when issues arise.
Systems & Workflow Expertise
- Develop and maintain deep understanding of EMR integrations, clinical workflows, and lab ordering/result processes.
- Guide clients and internal stakeholders on best practices for configuration, workflow design, and system behavior.
- Identify opportunities to standardize builds, reduce variability, and improve scalability across implementations.
Stakeholder Communication & Client Engagement
- Act as the primary client liaison during implementation, building strong relationships with clinical and technical stakeholders while facilitating workflow, integration, and technical discussions.
- Communicate status, risks, and decisions clearly, translating complex concepts into actionable insights and providing visibility into release scope, changes, and timelines.
- Support clients and internal stakeholders by providing visibility into what’s included in releases, what’s changing, and when updates will be available.
Testing, Validation & Quality Assurance
- Oversee integration testing efforts, ensuring environments are properly configured.
- Ensure teams understand what features, changes, or fixes are included in each build so QA/test activities start with the right expectations.
- Identify gaps in process visibility (e.g., unclear version control, missing installation steps, outdated packages) and push for improvements.
- Validate that environments are prepared for testing and that issues discovered in QA are documented and communicated appropriately.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in healthcare, technology, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in technical project management, EMR integration, or healthcare technology
- Experience with EMR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner) and interoperability standards (HL7, FHIR)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to debug complex technical issues
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with project tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence)
- Familiarity with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow
- Exposure to APIs, clinical data feeds (i.e. HL7), or interface engines
- High preference for candidates living in Central or Pacific Timezone.
Additional Details
Every individual at CareDx has a direct impact on our collective mission to improve the lives of organ transplant patients worldwide. We believe in taking great care of our people, so they take even greater care of our patients.
Our Competitive Total Rewards Package For US Employees Includes
- Competitive base salary and incentive compensation
- Health and welfare benefits, including a gym reimbursement program
- 401(k) savings plan match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- And more!
Please refer to our page to view detailed benefits at https://caredx.com/company/careers
In addition, we have a Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy that allows up to 30 days of paid leave annually to a full-time employee who makes the selfless act of donating an organ or bone marrow.
With products that are making a difference in the lives of transplant patients today and a promising pipeline for the future, it’s an exciting time to be part of the CareDx team. Join us in partnering with transplant patients to transform our future together.
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This is the anticipated base salary range in the United States. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
Key skills/competency
- Technical Project Management
- EMR Integration
- Healthcare Technology
- HL7
- FHIR
- Interoperability
- Client Engagement
- Problem Solving
- Quality Assurance
- Stakeholder Communication
Skills & topics
- Senior Technical Project Manager
- EMR Integration
- Healthcare Technology
- Project Management
- HL7
- FHIR
- Interoperability
- Epic
- Cerner
- Client Management
- Technical Lead
- Redox
- Mirth
- Salesforce
- US Remote
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight EMR integration, healthcare technology, and project management experience. Quantify achievements where possible.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your understanding of CareDx's mission and how your skills align with the Senior Technical Project Manager role.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with EMR systems (Epic, Cerner), interoperability standards (HL7, FHIR), and troubleshooting complex technical issues.
- Showcase client-facing skills: Demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively, manage client relationships, and translate complex technical concepts.
- Research CareDx: Understand their precision medicine solutions and focus on transplant patients to align your answers with their company values and goals.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key EMR systems CareDx works with for this Senior Technical Project Manager role?
- CareDx commonly works with EMR systems such as Epic and Cerner for their integration initiatives. Familiarity with these systems is highly preferred for the Senior Technical Project Manager position.
- What interoperability standards are most important for a Senior Technical Project Manager at CareDx?
- For the Senior Technical Project Manager role at CareDx, understanding and experience with HL7 and FHIR are crucial. These standards are fundamental to healthcare data exchange and EMR interoperability.
- Does CareDx prefer candidates in specific time zones for the Senior Technical Project Manager position?
- Yes, CareDx shows a high preference for candidates located in the Central or Pacific Timezones for this Senior Technical Project Manager role, indicating a focus on aligning with existing team structures and client needs.
- What is the expected experience level for a Senior Technical Project Manager at CareDx?
- The role requires at least 5 years of experience in technical project management, EMR integration, or healthcare technology. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field is also expected.
- How does CareDx support its employees in the Senior Technical Project Manager role?
- CareDx offers a competitive total rewards package including salary, incentive compensation, health benefits, a 401(k) match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. They also have unique benefits like a Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy.
- What is the salary range for a Senior Technical Project Manager at CareDx?
- The anticipated base salary range for a Senior Technical Project Manager in the US is $96,000 to $120,000 USD annually. This may vary based on experience and other factors.
- Is the Senior Technical Project Manager role at CareDx remote?
- The job description indicates that US-only roles are remote. Therefore, this Senior Technical Project Manager position is likely remote for candidates within the United States.
- What tools are used for troubleshooting by the Technical Project Manager at CareDx?
- The Senior Technical Project Manager will partner with teams to troubleshoot using tools such as Redox, Mirth, Epic, and Salesforce. Experience with these or similar interface engines and CRM tools is beneficial.