Project Manager - Compliance

Axiom Care; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

PTO, sick time, holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

CMEs reimbursement

EAP

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Axiom Care is seeking a Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute strategic projects that advance clinical and operational objectives. You will serve as a central point of contact among leadership, clinical teams, and partners to ensure projects stay on time, within scope, and on budget.

The role requires strong planning, communication, and leadership skills, with a focus on process improvement and successful program implementations. Monday–Friday, full-time exempt, based in Phoenix, AZ.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of project management, operations, healthcare, or related experience.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing multiple concurrent projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads the planning, implementation, and oversight of assigned organizational projects from initiation through completion.
• Develops detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Monitors project performance, identifies risks, and implements corrective actions to maintain project timelines and objectives.
• Facilitates project meetings, prepares agendas, and documents action items and project updates.
• Maintains project documentation, status reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Collaborates with leadership to define project goals, scope, budgets, and success measures.
• Tracks project expenditures and assists with budget management and resource allocation.
• Ensures compliance with organizational policies, contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and grant deliverables.
• Coordinates communication among internal departments, external partners, government agencies, tribal organizations, and community stakeholders as applicable.
• Supports implementation of technology, behavioral health, healthcare, operational, and infrastructure initiatives.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities and recommends operational efficiencies.
• Assists with data collection, reporting, performance measurement, and outcome tracking.
• Provides regular progress reports for executive leadership and key stakeholders.
• Supports change management efforts associated with new programs, services, systems, and operational initiatives.
• Maintains project management tools and ensures project records are accurate and up to date.
• Coordinates vendor activities, contract deliverables, and external consultant engagements when assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project planning

Cross-functional coordination

Communication

Budget management

Risk management

Leadership

Time management

Adaptability

Microsoft Office

PM software

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business Admin / Healthcare Admin / Public Health or related)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Excel

Job description

Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing organizational projects that support Axiom Care's strategic, operational, and clinical objectives. This position serves as the central point of coordination among leadership, clinical teams, business operations, community partners, and external stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. The Project Manager develops project plans, tracks progress, manages risks, facilitates communication, and ensures accountability across departments. This role supports organizational growth by driving operational efficiency, process improvement, and successful implementation of strategic initiatives.

Shift: Monday - Friday (8 hours)

Full-Time Exempt

Duties/Responsibilities

• Leads the planning, implementation, and oversight of assigned organizational projects from initiation through completion.
• Develops detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Monitors project performance, identifies risks, and implements corrective actions to maintain project timelines and objectives.
• Facilitates project meetings, prepares agendas, and documents action items and project updates.
• Maintains project documentation, status reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Collaborates with leadership to define project goals, scope, budgets, and success measures.
• Tracks project expenditures and assists with budget management and resource allocation.
• Ensures compliance with organizational policies, contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and grant deliverables.
• Coordinates communication among internal departments, external partners, government agencies, tribal organizations, and community stakeholders as applicable.
• Supports implementation of technology, behavioral health, healthcare, operational, and infrastructure initiatives.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities and recommends operational efficiencies.
• Assists with data collection, reporting, performance measurement, and outcome tracking.
• Provides regular progress reports for executive leadership and key stakeholders.
• Supports change management efforts associated with new programs, services, systems, and operational initiatives.
• Maintains project management tools and ensures project records are accurate and up to date.
• Coordinates vendor activities, contract deliverables, and external consultant engagements when assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Who is Axiom Care?

Founded in 2012, Axiom Care is a Phoenix-based behavioral health organization that aims to ensure every Arizonan has access to compassionate, effective substance use treatment. With facilities in Maricopa and Pinal Counties, we offer comprehensive services including 24/7 observation, inpatient detoxification, residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and recovery housing with a focus on underserved populations.

Beyond our full-continuum community programs, we proudly operate specialty programs for the justice-involved (in partnership with ADCRR), for members of the Navajo Nation (in partnership with the Navajo Department of Health), and for Veterans (McCain Veteran Center).

Together, we’re building a future where compassionate care is accessible to all – come be a part of it!

What we offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with up to 3.5% match
• Paid time off (PTO), paid sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Reimbursement for CMEs
• Free criminal record clearance for eligible justice-impacted staff through a partnership with Rasa Legal
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary benefits including group term life, voluntary term life, AD&D, short term disability, and accident coverage

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Project Management – Demonstrates strong knowledge of project planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation methodologies.
• Organization Skills – Effectively prioritizes tasks, manages multiple projects simultaneously, and meets deadlines.
• Communication Skills – Communicates clearly and professionally in written and verbal formats.
• Interpersonal Skills – Builds positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders and team members.
• Problem Solving – Identifies challenges, analyzes information, and develops practical solutions.
• Critical Thinking – Makes sound decisions based on available data and organizational priorities.
• Teamwork – Works collaboratively across departments to achieve project outcomes.
• Leadership – Influences teams and stakeholders without direct authority.
• Adaptability – Responds effectively to changing priorities and evolving project needs.
• Time Management – Consistently manages competing demands while maintaining quality.
• Technology Proficiency – Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, data tracking systems, and virtual collaboration tools.
• Quality Management – Ensures deliverables meet organizational standards and project requirements.
• Professionalism – Demonstrates integrity, accountability, confidentiality, and sound judgment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Project Management, Organizational Leadership, or related field required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of project management, operations, healthcare, behavioral health, or related experience.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing multiple concurrent projects preferred.
• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, tribal health, human services, or community-based organizations preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), CAPM, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 10 pounds
• Ability to travel locally and regionally as needed for meetings, project implementation, and stakeholder engagement.

Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.