Successful Epic EHR Implementation & Training Program

Pivot Point partnered with UW Medicine leadership to understand the unique environment and challenges for the D1 project–with the majority of the Epic EHR implementation training and readiness program for staff being virtual. Pivot Point identified the knowledge and skill sets that would be needed by the Principal Trainers, Credentialed Trainers, and Training Logistics Coordinators to be successful. Thinking about future training and support needs, Pivot Point offered the “Local Educators Program,” which identifies resources from the community to support Epic training. Focused on candidates who have past training, education or clinical experience either in a classroom or one-on-one setting, the program gave UW Medicine access to a pipeline of talent at a lower cost than hiring full-time employees. Additionally, our consultants were from the local community, allowing for on-site training and support during a time when travel was limited due to the pandemic.