Associate Project Manager

VNS Health • New York, NY

21d

About The Position

Supports cross-functional implementation projects that enable operational transformation, process improvement, and enterprise readiness. Tracks workstreams, coordinates cross-functional teams, analyzes project health and enables the successful execution strategic initiatives. Ensures deliverables are executed on time, within scope, and in alignment with business objectives. Works under moderate supervision.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years administrative experience or analytical experience required
• Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills required
• Ability to understand industry specific content and requirements required
• Proficient in personal computer, preferably Microsoft Windows Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access required
• Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Data Analysis or related field of study or the equivalent work experience required

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional Certification or working toward certification preferred
• Project management or data analytical experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides project management oversight, monitoring, data collection, and analytical support as needed for projects within department.
• Works with project sponsor and project management team to identify project scope and ensure that objectives of project are met. Confirms with project sponsor that all project stakeholders understand the scope and deliverables of each project.
• Coordinates core process and mapping meetings for initiatives and assists with improvement design. Provides facilitation support at meetings as needed. Develops trusting relationships with leadership team across departments.
• Coordinates activities in defining the scope of projects, developing project plans, and ensuring forward momentum of projects toward stated goals. Tracks and monitors project work plans, including objectives, tasks and time frames to ensure deliverables are completed on time. Identifies and responds to changing project circumstances and communicates issues to project leadership.
• Facilitates and manages work group meetings in support of projects, as needed, including scheduling, agenda, and minutes.
• Coordinates and facilitates staff training for new processes.
• Prepares reports defining project progress.
• Implements and manages project changes and interventions. Recommends solutions and handles issues as they arise during implementation or after.
• Assists with troubleshooting operational issues, recommending solutions and coordinating implementation.
• Grows towards leading smaller initiatives or sub-projects with autonomy and accountability.
• Develops trusting relationships with community-based subcontractors and partners in meeting project deliverables to funder.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Referral bonus opportunities
• Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays
• Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• Employer-matched 401k retirement saving program and opportunity for both pre- and post-tax contributions
• Personal and financial wellness programs
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care and commuter transit program
• Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Opportunities for professional growth, career advancement and CEU credits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level