Scrum Master Healthcare Applications (Lab/Genetics Domain)

Location- Remote

Experience Required- 5 8 years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master with a strong background in Healthcare Applications, specifically within Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), Diagnostics, Genomics, or Genetics platforms. The ideal candidate will facilitate Agile delivery across cross-functional teams, drive Scrum best practices, and collaborate closely with product owners, engineering, QA, and healthcare domain stakeholders.

Candidates with prior exposure to clinical laboratory workflows, genetic testing applications, healthcare interoperability, and Epic healthcare systems will be highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.

• Drive Agile best practices and ensure Scrum framework adherence across teams.

• Work closely with Product Owners to manage and prioritize product backlog.

• Identify and remove impediments impacting team productivity and delivery timelines.

• Track sprint metrics, velocity, burn-down charts, and delivery progress.

• Coordinate with development, QA, DevOps, business analysts, and healthcare stakeholders.

• Support release planning and ensure smooth sprint execution.

• Foster continuous improvement and team collaboration.

• Ensure compliance with healthcare standards, data privacy, and regulated development practices where applicable.

• Collaborate with teams working on Epic integrations, interoperability, and healthcare application enhancements.

• Manage stakeholder communication and provide regular project updates.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Healthcare Informatics, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in Agile software development environments.

• Strong experience in Healthcare Applications, Laboratory Systems, Diagnostics, Genomics, or Genetics domain.

• Hands-on experience working with Epic EMR/EHR systems or Epic-integrated healthcare applications.

• Good understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, Scrum, and Kanban frameworks.

• Experience working with cross-functional distributed teams.

• Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar Agile tools.

• Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, SAFe Scrum Master, etc.) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to HL7, FHIR, EMR/EHR integrations, or healthcare interoperability standards.

• Experience in Clinical Lab workflows, Molecular Diagnostics, or Genetic Testing platforms.

• Experience supporting Epic modules, healthcare integrations, or interoperability initiatives.

• Prior experience in regulated healthcare environments.

• Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD practices is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Agile Coaching

• Team Facilitation

• Conflict Resolution

• Risk Management

• Stakeholder Communication

• Healthcare Domain Understanding

• Epic Ecosystem Knowledge

• Continuous Improvement Mindset

Nice to Have

• Experience working with healthcare product companies or clinical diagnostics organizations.

• Exposure to cloud-based healthcare platforms and data security practices.

• Understanding of Epic workflows, clinical systems integration, and healthcare compliance standards.