Project Manager (Remote)

Job Title: Project Manager (Remote)
Location: Springfield, Mo (additional locations available)
Department: Continuous Quality Improvement
Employment Type: Full-time
 

The Project Manager position offers…

• All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more
• Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Paid Time Off- 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
• Workplace Culture- An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Job Summary:

Are you a results-driven leader with a passion for managing projects and driving success? Do you have a proven track record in coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering projects on time, within budget, and to scope? Are you looking for a challenging opportunity to utilize your project management skills and experience in a dynamic and growing organization? If so, keep reading!

We are currently seeking a talented Project Manager to join our high-performing team. As a Project Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing various initiatives and projects, ensuring their timely and effective delivery, and reporting progress to stakeholders. You will act as the liaison between upper management, stakeholders, and execution teams, guaranteeing seamless communication and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with cross-disciplinary team members to ensure project requirements, deadlines, and schedules are met.
• Facilitate project meetings to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Prepare comprehensive status reports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information.
• Develop and execute effective project communication plans.
• Assess risks and opportunities and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure successful project implementation and coordination with other teams.
• Collaborate with other departments to drive continuous improvement and achievement of organizational goals.
• Provide inspirational leadership and guidance to all aspects of service delivery.
• Engage and involve all associates in achieving strategic objectives.
• Effectively communicate changes, news, and updates to the team.
• Manage difficult situations with tact and respect for individuals.
• Champion change and adaptability, embracing new ideas and fostering a culture of innovation.
• Reinforce a team-oriented approach, encouraging input from team members at all levels.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing, healthcare administration, quality and safety, business, or a related field (preferred); OR
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and pursuing project certification (PMP).
• Maintain a professional license in good standing with respective state boards, if applicable.
• At least 2 years of experience in healthcare Compliance, HIM, Quality Management, Risk, Clinical/Counseling, or other related healthcare professions.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience or leading teams/projects.
• Demonstrated excellence in leadership and supervision, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in general office principles and practices, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, and skill in organizing and analyzing large datasets.
• Strong communicator with the ability to effectively interact with a diverse workforce, and proficient in common productivity software such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and web-based applications.