Project Manager Outcomes

SSM Health; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Project Manager to oversee strategic management of outcomes and research initiatives. The role involves driving project success through effective planning, resource optimization, and collaboration with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a strong background in healthcare administration and project management, with a focus on delivering high-impact projects aligned with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in healthcare administration, outcomes management, or similar.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years in healthcare with project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes comprehensive project plans.
• Coordinates cross-functional resources and maintains project documentation.
• Implements proactive risk-management strategies.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Resource Optimization

Education

BS or BA in Business

Healthcare Management

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a dynamic Project Manager to provide ongoing strategic management of outcomes and research initiatives from inception to execution within our Outpatient Rehabilitation Division. As a Project Manager, you’ll drive success through tactical daily planning, resource optimization, and key-member collaboration. Reporting to the Vice President of Outcomes and Research, this role will also work with Shared Services leadership and Regional Operations leaders to deliver high-impact projects that align with our organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Completes and manages assigned projects under the Vice President of Outcomes and Research
• Develops and executes comprehensive project plans, adapting strategies to meet evolving business needs
• Drives day-to-day project operations while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
• Coordinates cross-functional resources, including internal teams, vendors, and business partners
• Maintains rigorous project documentation and deliverable quality standards; keeps track of lessons learned and shares with the team members
• Implements proactive risk-management strategies and mitigation plans, minimizing the company’s exposure and risk on projects
• Assesses and anticipates problem situations that arise, identifies causes, gathers and processes relevant information to generate solutions and/or makes recommendations
• Oversees project budgets including tracking consultant hours, expenses, and vendor activities
• Ensures accurate financial reporting and timely processing of project related expenses
• Plans and communicates with business/customer, leadership, vendors and other key stakeholders regarding status, milestones, and issue resolution
• Facilitates and holds regular status meetings effectively with project teams
• Communicates difficult/sensitive information appropriately
• Identifies opportunities for policy and procedure improvements to support business growth
• Navigates complex situations with diplomatic communication skills
• Effectively applies project management methodology and enforces project standards
• Manages the process of innovative change effectively. Remains on the forefront of emerging PM practices and seeks to develop new ways to improve operations within the division
• Build and maintain effective relationships with all business stakeholders
• Keeps project team well informed of changes within the division and general company news as it impacts the project
• Recognizes potential areas where policies and procedures require change, or where new ones need to be developed, especially regarding future business or project expansion. Submit recommendations as appropriate
• Monitors rapidly changing environment and recommends cost efficient techniques to adjust as needed
• Some travel may be required

Qualifications

• BS or BA in Business, Management, Healthcare Management or related field equivalent
• At least 2 years of experience in healthcare administration (outpatient rehabilitation preferred, but not required), outcomes management, research, value based care or similar roles
• Minimum of 5 years working in healthcare with combined prior experience as technical lead or technical Project Manager
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
• Clinical licensure preferred, but not required
• Proven experience in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and tactically
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration across diverse teams
• A proactive approach to resource optimization and process improvement