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Healthcare Technical Director – Epic EHR

Huron Consulting · Chicago, IL · $195,000–$227,500 a year

Posted Aug 7, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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About your past

Tell me about the Epic projects you've led. Which applications and what phases did you own?

What they are checking: Whether their Epic leadership experience covers real implementations or optimizations end to end.

Tell me about a time an Epic project fell behind. How did you get it back on track?

What they are checking: Whether they can recover a project with honesty and a clear plan.

How have you helped grow Epic-related work for your firm?

What they are checking: Whether they contribute to business development, which directors are expected to do.

What would you do

A health system finished its Epic install three years ago and clinicians still hate it. What do you do first?

What they are checking: Whether they can diagnose optimization opportunities by listening to users, not just reviewing build.

How do you staff an Epic engagement with certified analysts when the market is tight?

What they are checking: Directors manage staffing, and Epic talent is scarce, so they want practical resourcing skills.

A CMIO and a CNO want conflicting changes to a nursing workflow. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can build agreement between clinical leaders who both have strong views.

About the work

How do you plan an Epic go-live so clinical operations stay safe on day one?

What they are checking: Whether they understand command center, at-the-elbow support and cutover planning in a hospital.

How do you work with Epic as a vendor when the client is unhappy with their guidance?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage the three-way relationship between client, Epic and Huron constructively.

How do you decide whether a client needs more build work or better workflow training?

What they are checking: Whether they can tell a system problem from an adoption problem, which saves clients money.

How do you connect Epic optimization work to revenue cycle and financial results?

What they are checking: Whether they see the EHR as tied to business outcomes, not just clinical workflow.

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The full job description

As published by Huron Consulting.

Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We help healthcare organizations build innovation capabilities and accelerate key growth initiatives, enabling organizations to own the future, instead of being disrupted by it. Together, we empower clients to create sustainable growth, optimize internal processes and deliver better consumer outcomes. Health systems, hospitals and medical clinics are under immense pressure to improve clinical outcomes and reduce the cost of providing patient care. Investing in new partnerships, clinical services and technology is not enough to create meaningful and substantive change. To succeed long-term, healthcare organizations must empower leaders, clinicians, employees, affiliates and communities to build cultures that foster innovation to achieve the best outcomes for patients. Joining the Huron team means you’ll help our clients evolve and adapt to the rapidly changing healthcare environment and optimize existing business operations, improve clinical outcomes, create a more consumer-centric healthcare experience, and drive physician, patient and employee engagement across the enterprise. Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future. At Huron, Directors lead with expertise and collaboration, partnering with Huron and client leaders to create sustainable solutions that drive meaningful results. As a Director, on our Healthcare Digital Transformational Solutions (HDTx) team, you will partner with Huron and client leaders in developing innovative strategies to advance their clinical and financial outcomes. You’ll build lasting relationships, create networking opportunities, and contribute to Huron’s success. You will foster a supportive, inclusive environment, empower teams and create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. If you’re passionate about driving impactful solutions and believe in the power of collaboration, Huron offers a rewarding path forward. As a Healthcare Technical Consulting Director , you will: • Lead end to end client engagements from strategy development to solution implementation technical ensuring alignment with our healthcare client’s strategic goals and regulatory c ompliance • Manage project teams providing guidance, mentorship and quality assurance to deliver high-quality work products on time and within budget • Serve as trusted advisor to C-level executives and Seni . or Leadership p rovid ing insights on Epic EHR systems guiding them through complex digital transformation initiatives • Develop and implement industry best practices for EHR management ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and improving overall system efficacy • Partner with consultants and client personnel to identify , quantify, implement and measure process improvement in itiatives • Design and execute change management plans to ensure successful adoption of new technologies and workflows by clinical and non-clinical staff • Deliver solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs, enhancing both impact and accessibility across healthcare services Require ments : • Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent work experience • Current Epic Certification in core area of expertise with extensive knowledge of its products and solutions. • 10 + years’ experience providing Epic consulting in hospitals and healthcare , ideally large healthcare organizations • Project management and experience with Epic implementations • Ability to build strategic partnerships with in client stakeholders and maintain a professional network recognizing opportunities to expand relationships and identify business development opportunities • Authorization to work in the United Sta t es • A willingness and ability to travel an average of 50% of the time The estimated base salary range for this job is $150,000 - $ 210 ,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $195,000 - $227,500. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future. Position Level Director Country United States of America

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