Director, GUIDE Program (Healthcare)

Essen Medical Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Medical Associates in New York is seeking a Director to lead project management initiatives aimed at improving patient care, specifically within the Dementia care framework. This role involves coordinating schedules, budgeting, and compliance to ensure efficient operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, experience in healthcare project management, and excellent communication skills. Salary for this position is competitive, ranging from $85,000 to $105,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management within the healthcare industry, including successful project completion.
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience or exposure to Project Management.
• Experience working with older adults with Dementia is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the GUIDE model portal administration and management.
• Develop a detailed and comprehensive project plan including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Ensure projects adhere to healthcare industry regulations and standards, including HIPAA.

Skills

Project management within the healthcare industry

Communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of healthcare regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business management, or a related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job description

Overview

At Essen Health Care, we care for that!

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!

Job Summary

Job Summary: The Director will work with the existing team to analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model system. The PM should encompass a diverse range of initiatives aimed at improving patient care, streamlining operations, and ensuring compliance to deadlines and report submissions

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the GUIDE model portal administration and management
• Responsible for the day-to-day coordination and efficient operation of project roadmap
• Develop a detailed and comprehensive project plan including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, while considering the unique requirements of healthcare projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, to ensure effective project execution and communication
• Collaborate with other PMs to improve the efficiency and quality of the delivery output/healthcare product
• Ensure projects adhere to healthcare industry regulations and standards, including HIPAA, FDA guidelines, and other relevant compliance requirements
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize delays or obstacles.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, track progress, and provide regular reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Support all ADHOC projects as they arise

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in project management within the healthcare industry, including successful project completion
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience or exposure to Project Management
• Experience working with older adults with Dementia is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements, such as HIPAA, Medicare, and Medicaid
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Detail-oriented and highly organized

Salary: $85,000-$105,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.