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Epic Principal Trainer - Hybrid - 138212

UC San Diego
United States, California, San Diego
Feb 04, 2026

Towne Centre Drive

San Diego, CA 92093, United States
#138212 Epic Principal Trainer - Hybrid Filing Deadline: Wed 2/18/2026
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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 02/06/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Towne Centre Drive (San Diego, CA) and remote. Onsite in San Diego, CA 3 days a week.

This position has recently been accreted by UPTE HX union and will be a part of that union moving forward.

DESCRIPTION

We are a small, dedicated team committed to delivering an exceptional Epic training experience for our front line clinicians. We take pride in owning our work, supporting one another, and providing outstanding customer service. We work hard, but we also value fun, celebration, and the strong relationships that make our team special.

In addition to facilitating Epic training for new hires, the Epic Principal Trainer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining curriculum for their assigned application area(s). This role conducts site visits in hospital and clinic settings, shadowing end users to assess workflows and evaluate training effectiveness. The position also provides in person, at the elbow support during Go Lives and requires regular onsite presence in San Diego. The current opening is for an Inpatient Principal Trainer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Epic Certification

  • Seven (7) years of related experience, education/training in EMR healthcare training, instructional design, or curriculum development, preferably with Epic, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus three (3) years of related EMR healthcare training and instructional design experience, preferably with Epic. Related experience also includes: healthcare information systems support experience in academic medical centers or large integrated health systems.

  • Thorough knowledge of health care information systems.

  • Thorough knowledge of adult learning theories and training methodologies.

  • Ability to train physicians, clinical and non-clinical staff.

  • Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong presentation skill including ability to facilitate classroom, on-line and one-on-one training.

  • Ability to comprehend technical and / or functional manuals and instructions.

  • Ability to effectively adapt to changing curriculum.

  • Ability to coordinate multiple priorities.

  • Ability to troubleshoot basic PC and Epic issues.

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, email, internet, and other systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Epic certification or equivalent Epic credential for Inpatient ClinDoc, and/or Orders, and/or ASAP.

  • Epic certification or equivalent Epic credential for Training Environment certification.

  • Epic certification or equivalent Epic credential for Clinical Informatics certification.

  • Experience with Epic's Training Wheels, UserWeb, Nova Notes, and upgrade processes.

  • Experience developing eLearning modules using tools like Articulate, Rise, ClipChamp, or similar.

  • Experience designing instructor-led, virtual and blended learning pathways including curriculum development.

  • Experience creating and maintaining Amplifire adaptive learning modules.

  • Experience working in inpatient and ED clinical settings.

  • Experience creating tipsheets, quick start guides, and workflow-based reference materials.

  • Ability to manage multiple training projects simultaneously.

  • Strong customer service skills.

  • Commitment to continuous improvement and learning.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified - No data available

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

  • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  • Abusive Conduct in the Workplace


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