Joel Esteva

Background

About Joel Esteva

Highly accomplished IT professional with over 34 years of experience in software development and 21+ years of specialized expertise in Epic Cadence and Chronicles. Proven leader in healthcare technology with a strong track record of driving system migrations, optimizing clinical workflows, and leading large-scale EHR implementations. Skilled in application coordination, technical leadership, and cross-functional team management, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency, patient access, and user experience. Notable achievements include leading the successful migration of Kaiser Permanente’s Northern California region from a complex, multi-system legacy scheduling platform to Epic Cadence, resulting in significant improvements in scheduling accuracy, system performance, and patient satisfaction. Experienced in managing all phases of the project lifecycle — from inventory and planning, data conversion, and training to testing, system integration, and go-live support. Known for a collaborative leadership style, analytical thinking, and a passion for process improvement. Committed to excellence, innovation, and mentoring teams to achieve high-impact results in dynamic, mission-driven environments.