Program Manager

Acuity International•Cape Canaveral, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager (PM) is responsible for overseeing the cost-effective delivery of high-quality services that meet all contract requirements and standards for assigned clientele. The position has overall responsibility and authority for contract performance, works in conjunction with the Assistant PM as the interface with Clients, and is primarily responsible for day-to-day examination management and associated support functions. Reports to the Senior Program Manager. Candidate must be local to the Cape Canaveral Florida area.

Requirements

Active clinical license required (RN, LPN, NP, PA, or equivalent).
Three years progressive experience managing programs, projects, or operations within a clinical or healthcare environment.
Excellent oral and written presentation/communication skills.
Experience and demonstrated skills in staff management and development, project management, problem solving skills, and contract negotiation.
Management experience must include responsibility and understanding of financials.
Experience in successfully working with, and leading, integrated teams, and using current business management principles.
Proficiency with computer, common office equipment, and MS Office products.
Must be able to pass an Enter-On-Duty (EOD) Suitability Determination, which is based on a criminal history records check (including FBI fingerprint submission); credit check; and review of required standard forms (SF-85P-Questionnaire for Public Trust Positions).

Nice To Haves

PMP Certification

Responsibilities

Oversees and supports all contract operations – with emphasis on the quality and cost-effectiveness of the examination process in total.
Oversees the billing process to ensure thorough, accurate, and timely processing.
Understands and manages assigned program budgets and expenditures within their control.
Interfaces with Client officials and other stakeholders on a consistent basis to set performance expectations, monitor program performance, and ensure customer satisfaction.
Participates in successful contract start-up throughout all phases of the implementation.
Ensures delivery of customer service (internal and external).
Ultimately responsible for meeting all contractual obligations.
Escalates potential Client deliverable issues to leadership.
Selects, directs, evaluates, and develops department staff.
Ensures proper training of contract specific requirements for CHS employees and subcontractors.
Oversees development, implementation, and updating of departmental procedures and organizational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Ensures compliance with contract provisions and regulatory / statutory mandates.
Identifies and pursues Business Development opportunities within the scope of their client relationship.
Initiates and leads process improvement reviews on policies, objectives, and department operations on a regular basis.
Prepares for and presents monthly program reviews to Executive Management.
Ultimately responsible for issue resolution as it relates to contract performance and customer service.
Responsible for the development, analysis, and delivery of reports, feedback, and recommendations by staff and self for management review as necessary.
Provides Senior Management and the Client(s) with metrics to assess program performance.
Partners with Shared Services to troubleshoot and improve Client service delivery.
Leads team meetings on a regular basis to ensure open, two-way communication at all times.
Responsible for the operations of the team and department on a daily basis.
Develops and mentors team members from a careering perspective; ensuring annual appraisals are completed in a timely manner; goals and work plans are collaborative (where applicable) and consistently implemented and executed; performance issues are addressed and documented fairly and appropriately; consulting with Management and Shared Services as appropriate.
Performs all interviews for open positions within their department.
May lead or participate in interdepartmental project groups or task forces to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, new task efforts, contract awards, and new policy requirements.
Supports marketing and sales objectives and efforts as requested.
May be asked to travel (up to 25%) for Client meetings, presentations, etc.
Performs duties in a safe manner.
Follows the corporate safety policy.
Participates and supports safety meetings, training, and goals.
Ensures safe operating conditions within area of responsibility.
Encourages co-workers to work safely.
Identifies “close calls” and/or safety concerns to supervisory personnel.
Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
Assists in active implementation of company initiatives to ensure compliance with OSHA VPP, ISO, JCAHO, AAAHC, and other mandated regulations/standards.
May serve on the OSHA VPP, Safety, and Wellness Committees.