Systems & Business Applications Program Manager

Kidney Specialist of Minnesota•Brooklyn Center, MN

1d•$85,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Kidney Specialists of Minnesota (KSM) is seeking a Systems & Business Applications Program Manager to own and optimize the full portfolio of business and clinical systems that support our private nephrology practice. This role serves as a senior individual contributor with accountability for vendor management, systems optimization, and execution of technology-enabled initiatives across the organization. The Program Manager independently evaluates system performance, leads vendor assessments, develops recommendations, and executes approved changes end-to-end. This role requires strong technical aptitude, vendor and program leadership experience, and comfort operating autonomously in a multi-vendor healthcare environment. A clinical background is helpful but not required.

Requirements

3-5+ years of experience in systems management, business applications, IT program management, healthcare operations, or related roles.
Demonstrated experience managing external vendors and leading complex initiatives.
Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new systems quickly.
Proven ability to operate independently and manage ambiguity.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Bachelor’s degree required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with EMR systems or healthcare applications.
Experience in healthcare or another regulated environment.
Experience leading system migrations or vendor transitions.
Advanced degrees in Healthcare Administration (MHA, Business, Information Systems, or related fields are welcomed. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a specific degree.
Certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL, Agile, Health Informatics) are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Systems & Application Portfolio Ownership
Vendor Management & Accountability
Program, Project & Stakeholder Leadership
EMR & Clinical Systems Optimization
Systems Asset & Operational Oversight
Other Duties: Perform other duties aligned with systems ownership, vendor management, and program leadership, as needed.