ePMO Project Manager

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.•Lexington, KY

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Project Manager with 5 - 9 years of healthcare project management experience to join our team. The Project Manager will provide direct support for assigned projects - initiating, planning, executing, and monitoring project timelines - to ensure maximum efficiency, quality, and alignment with strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing complex projects, excellent communication and leadership skills, and a commitment to driving process improvement across the organization

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare, Technology, Business, Education, Project Management, or a related field.
7-9 years of proven project management experience, including managing complex, concurrent projects.
Demonstrated expertise in project chartering, detailed planning (work breakdown structures, Gantt charts), risk and quality management, and change control.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Visio, and SharePoint.
Ability to develop and use data tracking tools for performance analysis.
Must earn the PMP certification (Project Management Professional) within one (1) year of the hire date.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field
Prior experience in a healthcare setting (preferred 4-6 years).
Familiarity with additional project management software and advanced data visualization tools.
Proven ability to drive process innovation and continuous improvement in project execution.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and defining of project scope, resource allocation, risk management, time management, and change control.
Deliver projects on time and within budget while meeting quality standards and strategic objectives.
Provide project management education and consultation to business stakeholders, ensuring clear translation of strategic goals into actionable tasks.
Offer expert support and consultation to executives, directors, and cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives.
Mentor and guide team members on process improvement strategies and best practices in project management.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Develop and utilize data tracking tools to collate, analyze, and graph project performance data.
Translate complex data into actionable insights for improved decision-making.
Report project status using visual dashboards and clear performance metrics.
Initiate, plan, develop, execute, and manage project timelines in alignment with organizational goals.
Drive planning by defining scope, managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring effective time management.
Ensure comprehensive project documentation, including work breakdown structures, Gantt charts, and quality assurance plans.
Serve as a primary liaison, providing consultation and support to executives, directors, and cross-functional teams.
Facilitate clear, consistent communication with internal stakeholders (e.g., senior leadership, clinical teams, administrative staff) and external partners (e.g., vendors, regulatory agencies).
Prepare and present regular project status updates, dashboards, and performance reports.
Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate project risks and bottlenecks.
Implement process improvement initiatives and innovative solutions to optimize project outcomes.
Maintain quality and consistency by standardizing project management practices and tools.
Develop data tracking tools to collect and analyze project metrics.
Translate qualitative and quantitative data into measurable outcomes and actionable insights.
Use data-driven insights to refine project execution and support continuous improvement.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success across diverse internal and external contacts.
Engage with stakeholders at all levels to ensure alignment on project objectives and expectations.