Are you looking for a purposeful career that will make a difference in the patient community? At CCS, our approach to at-home patient care is redefining chronic care management. We are seeking individuals that will thrive in a patient-centric dynamic environment. If you are an attentive listener, fast-thinker, and problem-solver, with the ability to relate to different people, you are a match for CCS.

The Implementation Lead is responsible for leading the successful execution of new client and product implementations, ensuring solutions are delivered on time, within scope, and with full operational readiness. 

This role serves as the primary implementation lead across internal teams and external clients, driving execution from initiation through go-live and post-launch support. The Implementation Specialist operationalizes defined requirements into execution plans and ensures alignment across all stakeholders. 

This role partners closely with Technical Business Analysts, IT, Operations, Product, and Client Success to ensure seamless delivery in a regulated healthcare environment. 

The successful candidate will report directly to the SVP, Enterprise Implementation. While the position offers location flexibility, occasional travel will be required as needed. 

Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Idaho, Maine, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Vermont, Washington, Wyoming , Illinois; residents are not eligible.

Implementation Planning & Delivery 

• Develop and manage end-to-end implementation plans aligned with contractual agreements and operational capabilities  

• Define scope, milestones, timelines, dependencies, and success criteria  

• Operationalize defined requirements into execution plans  

• Prepare Statements of Work (SOWs) and detailed delivery timelines  

Cross-Functional & Client Coordination 

• Serve as the primary point of contact throughout the implementation lifecycle  

• Lead client and internal kickoff meetings to establish expectations and milestones  

• Coordinate execution across clients, technical teams, and internal stakeholders, including facilitating regular project meetings to track progress, deliverables, and risks  

Risk, Dependency & Issue Management 

• Identify, track, and proactively mitigate implementation risks and dependencies  

• Monitor project progress and surface issues early with recommended solutions  

• Escalate risks and concerns appropriately to leadership  

Readiness, Go-Live & Post-Launch Support 

• Establish and validate readiness across product, technical, operational, and client dimensions  

• Lead go-live planning, execution, and decision-making  

• Coordinate post-implementation hypercare support and issue resolution  

Client Enablement & Communication 

• Conduct product demonstrations and implementation-related training  

• Recommend best practices aligned with CCS services and industry standards  

• Maintain proactive, clear, and solutions-focused client communication  

• Gather and document client feedback for continuous improvement  

Compliance & Quality 

• Ensure adherence to Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA, and private insurance requirements  

• Maintains a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information. 

• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives  

• Document implementation outcomes and improvement opportunities  

• Abides by all regulations, policies, procedures, and standards 

• On-Time, On-Scope Delivery: Implementations consistently delivered according to agreed timelines, scope, and success criteria  

• Operational Readiness at Go-Live: Solutions launch with minimal disruption and are fully executable by operations teams  

• Reduced Post-Launch Issues: Decrease in defects, escalations, and rework during hypercare and post-go-live phases  

• Stakeholder Alignment: Strong alignment across internal teams and clients, with minimal confusion on roles, scope, or deliverables  

• Effective Risk Management: Risks and dependencies are proactively identified, communicated, and mitigated  

• Client Satisfaction & Experience: Positive client feedback on implementation process, communication, and overall experience  

• Scalability & Process Improvement: Contributions to improving implementation frameworks, tools, and standardization for future growth  

Performance Expectations 

• Accountable for end-to-end implementation delivery, including timelines, stakeholder coordination, and successful go-live execution  

• Owns execution and client experience throughout the implementation lifecycle  

• Ensures alignment between defined requirements and operational execution  

• Proactively identifies and escalates risks, issues, and dependencies  

Education & Experience 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; bachelor’s degree preferred  

• 3–5 years of experience in implementation, project/program management, or delivery roles  

• Experience working in healthcare or regulated environments preferred  
• PM Certification is required

Skills & Abilities 

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills  

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities  

• Ability to manage multiple implementations and competing priorities independently  

• High attention to detail with strong documentation skills  

• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills, particularly Excel and Planner 

• Highly proficient in designing data-driven, executive-ready presentations 

• Technical aptitude with system configuration, data uploads, or integrations.  

• Experience supporting client training or change management. 

Our Values

Certainty-The lives of the individuals we serve depend on our ability to execute.  We commit to doing this every day. 

• Use appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive and collaborative team based on a foundation of trust and transparency. Deliver what you commit to.

Compassion-We understand the burdens of patients and their loved ones and channel this into a relentless pursuit of customer satisfaction in every part of our business. 

• Ensure that the patient is the driving force behind business decisions, implementing service practices that meet needs of both the patient and the organization. Treat others the way you want to be treated. 

Advancement-We are endlessly looking for ways to progress and become more innovative in all things we do.

• Encourage innovative approaches for addressing opportunities and facilitating change, driving cross-functional alignment to accomplish goals. Speak the truth.

CCS Medical is an AA/EEO employer. M/F/D/V

CCS is the strategic partner addressing America's most pressing healthcare challenges through intelligent chronic care management, tackling the $412 billion annual diabetes burden and chronic conditions affecting over 133 million Americans. At the core of CCS's differentiated model is LivingConnected®, a human-led, digitally-enabled clinical solution. PropheSee™—an AI-powered predictive model that identifies non-adherence risk and delivers personalized interventions— is an integral part of this solution, creating a first-of-its-kind platform to improve adherence, enhance clinical outcomes, and help prevent costly hospitalizations. By combining data-driven insights with three decades of industry relationships, CCS is the smart choice for health plans, providers, employers, and manufacturers who believe that value-based care starts by keeping patients healthy and delivers benefits like lower cost of care, improved HEDIS scores, and alleviating provider burnout. CCS's approach extends clinical reach while supporting over 200,000 people nationwide with home-delivered medical supplies and pharmaceuticals annually. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, and with numerous peer-reviewed publications validating our care management approach, CCS is more than a trusted supplier—we're a partner in transforming chronic care delivery. To learn more about how CCS is addressing today's healthcare challenges, visit ccsmed.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.

• Competitive Salary 
• Bonus/Incentive Opportunities/commission: (if applicable)
• Comprehensive Benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (vacation and holidays)
• Growth & Development:
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Work-Life Balance:
• Remote or hybrid work options (if applicable)
• Wellness programs and mental health support