Program Coordinator

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System is seeking a Program Coordinator to develop and lead strategic initiatives aimed at clinically integrated care. You will work with leadership to plan, execute, and maintain programs within deadlines and budgets, while guiding cross-functional teams.

Three years of related experience in program coordination or process improvement is required; a Bachelor's degree in business or healthcare management is expected, with MBA/MHA/MPH preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business, healthcare management, or related field.
• Master's Degree (MBA, MHA, MPH) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead strategic business initiatives and programs.
• Lead process-improvement projects to support clinically integrated care with timely delivery.
• Manage direct reports and coordinate tasks to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve program goals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Design

Research

Statistical

Medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business

MBA/MHA/MPH preferred

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

The Program Coordinator is responsible for developing/leading strategic business initiatives and programs as assigned. Program Coordinator leads process improvement development projects to develop the framework for clinically integrated care, departmental programs and values measurement within the organization and within the context of the health care industry. In conjunction with Harris Health leadership, ensures the efficient planning, execution, and maintenance of strategic programs according to deadlines, budget, and organizational policies and procedures. Manages and/or assists in the management of direct reports day-to-day tasks/activities for resources assigned to programs, including ensuring that tasks are completed on time and potential barriers are identified and communicated to appropriate management resources. Works with interdisciplinary, cross-functional teams to achieve goals and objectives described in defined project plans.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degrees: Bachelor's Degree business, healthcare management, or other related field.
• Master's Degree in Business (MBA), Health Administration (MHA) or Public Health (MPH) preferred.
• Work Experience: Three (3) years related experience with program coordination, project management, and/or process improvement.
• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact), Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking), Writing /Composing Correspondence, Writing /Composing Reports
• Proficiencies: MS Word, P.C.
• Job Attributes
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Analytical, Design, Research, Statistical, Medical Terminology
• Work Schedule: Flexible, Eligible for Telecommute
• Other Requirements:
  Possesses effective leadership skills of delegation, organization, and coordination of strategic programs and projects.
  Knowledge of the strategic direction of the organization from an operational, financial and clinical perspective. Possesses strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact and communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Ability to maintain a variety of internal and external contacts.
  Ability to multi-task and establish priorities with a high degree of organizational skills. Should be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines.
  Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment, computer software, etc.