Special Projects Coordinator, Mi4

Children's Hospital of Orange County • Orange, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator, Special Projects, works collaboratively across the department to coordinate projects related to business and clinical programs and services, including growth of existing and new programs and clinical and operational excellence. The position supports all project phases, from planning and execution through completion; develops work plans; tracks progress; and delivers status reports. It also collects and analyzes internal metrics and performance analytics to monitor trends and identify opportunities for program improvement. The coordinator performs other essential duties supporting associate, department, and business initiatives, including executive-level administrative and support functions for their direct report and interaction with CHOC associates, management, outside consultants, and vendors.

The position is based in Orange, California, with a day shift of eight hours. CHOC describes its mission as providing exceptional and innovative pediatric care and commits to incorporating environmental sustainability into its healthcare model to protect children's health and patient safety.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in an administrative assistant, coordinator, or related-field role.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to set goals and judge results against high standards; provide care with sensitivity and respect; advance care through new ideas and technology; promote teamwork; and understand and exceed customer expectations.
• Ability to ensure execution and compliance of processes, methods, and tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Personal effectiveness skills, including time management and setting and achieving goals.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of experience in the healthcare industry, performance improvement, and/or project coordination.
• Master's degree.
• Project management credential.
• Knowledge of project management principles and budget management principles.
• Program Management Professional (PgMP) or Project Management Professional (PMP) credential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects related to business and clinical programs and services, including existing and new program growth and clinical and operational excellence.
• Assist with all phases of projects, from planning and execution through completion.
• Develop work plans, track progress, and deliver status reports.
• Collect and analyze internal metrics and performance analytics to monitor trends and identify opportunities for program improvement.
• Support associate, department, and business initiatives as assigned, including executive-level administrative and support functions for the direct report.
• Interact with CHOC associates, management, outside consultants, and vendors.
• Ensure execution and compliance of processes, methods, and tools.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.

What This Job Offers

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