Operations Project Management Specialist

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Project Manager to join their healthcare operations team. This role involves leading targeted initiatives and process improvements, ensuring effective project management from inception to implementation. You will engage in data analysis, best practice research, and communication with leadership, making a significant impact on healthcare delivery. If you have a strong background in project management within healthcare and are passionate about driving operational excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional experience in a healthcare setting.
• 2-3+ years of project management or management consulting experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage project timelines and deliverables across various initiatives.
• Conduct data analysis and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Process Improvement

Healthcare Financing

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (MHA, MPH, MBA)

Job description

Description

UCLA Health is seeking an experienced Project Manager to work alongside our best-in-class healthcare operations team.

Reporting to the Sr Dir, Hospital Operations & Activation Planning, you will be responsible for project management on targeted, time-limited initiatives and leading corresponding process improvement activities throughout UCLA Health. In this role, you will participate in planning, facilitation, coordinating, and conducting necessary data analysis to ensure projects are managed effectively and completed in a timely manner. You will also engage in data gathering and analysis, best practice research, process mapping, communication with leadership and stakeholder groups, and monitoring post-implementation outcomes.

As our Operations Project Management Specialist, you will partner with various technical teams and project managers to align project deliverables, timelines, and help reconcile constraints. You may also join projects at various stages, including inception, procurement, design, or implementation.

Salary Range: $83,800 to $179,400 Annually

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience
• MHA, MPH, MBA, or a master's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience within a healthcare setting
• At least 2-3+ years of project management, project-focused work, or management consulting experience
• Experience working directly with clinicians and front-line hospital providers such as doctors, nurses, therapists, technicians, etc. (preferred)
• Experience within academic medical centers or health systems with highly matrixed organizational structures (preferred)
• Knowledge of healthcare financing, budgeting, and procurement processes
• Strong leadership abilities in problem solving, addressing operational challenges, identifying root causes, and generating solutions aligned with user needs and organizational goals
• Experience with change management on large scales involving multiple stakeholders