Scrum Master with HOSPITAL/HEALTH SYSTEM experience

Role Overview

Remote Scrum Master for a non-profit academic health system undergoing an Agile transformation. The Scrum Master will support an IT organization that supports Epic modules, with a focus on Digital/Automation delivery and increasing Agile maturity.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies for the Digital/Automation team: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, etc.
• Coach the team on Agile best practices and ensure adherence to Scrum methodology.
• Partner with Product Owners and stakeholders to keep the backlog defined and prioritized.
• Identify and remove impediments to help the team achieve sprint goals.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging experimentation and innovation.
• Coordinate with the Agile Center of Excellence (COE) and other Scrum Masters to align on transformation goals.
• Mentor and coach team members to improve Agile maturity.
• Use Jira to track and manage project progress, maintaining transparency.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master (preferably in digital/product development teams)
• Hospital/health system experience (non-profit academic health system context)
• Strong knowledge of Agile principles and experience supporting Agile transformations
• Proficiency with Jira for project management and tracking
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to influence and inspire teams
• Ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders
• Automation project experience is highly desirable
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification is preferred

Contract / Logistics

• Location: Remote
• Time zone requirement: Must work EST hours
• Duration: 3-month contract to start (may be extended; not guaranteed)