The Program Manager is responsible for leading and directing complex, multi-faceted implementation, and operational efforts for the CPS Business Team. Fulfills leading execution role for internal business areas, working with leaders throughout an implementation program. Interfaces directly with senior executives, providing status updates on key program deliverables. May direct multiple concurrent projects (i.e., “Program”) –involving of our largest CPS Business initiatives including but not limited to: platform migrations, business continuity planning, annual price adjustments, government compliance, ADF implementation and EBITDA optimization. The ideal candidate will be able to handle complex projects with leadership maturity and the ability to drive programs to deliver on time.
What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?
Coordinating the implementation programs across multiple solutions, ultimately responsible for ensuring operational excellence
Project manage large, complex, and multi-functional software and infrastructure projects
Directing cross functional team efforts across multiple projects and work streams
Communicate project status to all stakeholders. Report on risks, concerns, and items for discussion during weekly project status update meeting
Partner with the General Manager, Sr. Director of Program Management and Product Owners to understand and support CPS Business Objectives
Formalizes project planning tasks and milestones by collaborating with other internal business partners to define business requirements for program objectives
Managing program-level status meetings, including internal/external executive meetings
Identifying and proactively managing program risks; Effectively mitigate risks to ensure effective achievement of business goals and providing the primary escalation path for program-related risks and issues
Create capability and capacity strategies to assure appropriate skills and resources are tied to the implementation and service plan
Maintain an implementation dashboard to inform the leadership team of program status and resource challenges
Identify process improvement opportunities
Oversee and facilitate go live processes, ensuring all key process steps are successfully executed
What are the requirements needed for this position?
Minimum 3+ years of professional experience leading, overseeing, or managing projects, or complex process from beginning to end
Experience managing healthcare technology projects/implementations
What critical skills are needed for you to consider someone for this position?
Solid understanding of Project Management practices and tools
Highly proficient with MS Office along with experience with SharePoint, MS Office 365 products and MS Project
Experience managing cross functional teams
Highly organized, achieving outcomes in deadline driven environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience developing product/team/process performance metrics
What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?
Bachelor's Degree preferred or relevant experience
PMP Certification/PMO certification a plus
What are the working conditions and physical requirements of this job?
General office demands/Home office
How much should I expect to travel?
Travel minimal, typically not more than 3-4 trips annually
Employees in roles that require travel will need to be able to qualify for a company credit card or be able to use their own personal credit card for travel expenses and submit for reimbursement.
Join our team today where we are creating a better coordinated, increasingly collaborative, and more efficient healthcare system!
COVID Mandate
As a federal contractor, Change Healthcare is adhering to the Executive Order which mandates vaccination. As such, we are requiring all U.S. new hires and employees to show proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or receive an approved accommodation by their date of hire, as a condition of employment.
As we continue to navigate the ever-changing COVID-19 pandemic, we remain committed to doing our part to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of our team members and our communities. Proof of vaccination or accommodations requests will be collected once an offer is accepted with Change Healthcare. All accommodation requests will be carefully considered but are not guaranteed to be approved.
Change Healthcare
Rhode Island
United States
Customer Service / Call Center
(No Timezone Provided)
The Program Manager is responsible for leading and directing complex, multi-faceted implementation, and operational efforts for the CPS Business Team. Fulfills leading execution role for internal business areas, working with leaders throughout an implementation program. Interfaces directly with senior executives, providing status updates on key program deliverables. May direct multiple concurrent projects (i.e., “Program”) –involving of our largest CPS Business initiatives including but not limited to: platform migrations, business continuity planning, annual price adjustments, government compliance, ADF implementation and EBITDA optimization. The ideal candidate will be able to handle complex projects with leadership maturity and the ability to drive programs to deliver on time.
What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?
Coordinating the implementation programs across multiple solutions, ultimately responsible for ensuring operational excellence
Project manage large, complex, and multi-functional software and infrastructure projects
Directing cross functional team efforts across multiple projects and work streams
Communicate project status to all stakeholders. Report on risks, concerns, and items for discussion during weekly project status update meeting
Partner with the General Manager, Sr. Director of Program Management and Product Owners to understand and support CPS Business Objectives
Formalizes project planning tasks and milestones by collaborating with other internal business partners to define business requirements for program objectives
Managing program-level status meetings, including internal/external executive meetings
Identifying and proactively managing program risks; Effectively mitigate risks to ensure effective achievement of business goals and providing the primary escalation path for program-related risks and issues
Create capability and capacity strategies to assure appropriate skills and resources are tied to the implementation and service plan
Maintain an implementation dashboard to inform the leadership team of program status and resource challenges
Identify process improvement opportunities
Oversee and facilitate go live processes, ensuring all key process steps are successfully executed
What are the requirements needed for this position?
Minimum 3+ years of professional experience leading, overseeing, or managing projects, or complex process from beginning to end
Experience managing healthcare technology projects/implementations
What critical skills are needed for you to consider someone for this position?
Solid understanding of Project Management practices and tools
Highly proficient with MS Office along with experience with SharePoint, MS Office 365 products and MS Project
Experience managing cross functional teams
Highly organized, achieving outcomes in deadline driven environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience developing product/team/process performance metrics
What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?
Bachelor's Degree preferred or relevant experience
PMP Certification/PMO certification a plus
What are the working conditions and physical requirements of this job?
General office demands/Home office
How much should I expect to travel?
Travel minimal, typically not more than 3-4 trips annually
Employees in roles that require travel will need to be able to qualify for a company credit card or be able to use their own personal credit card for travel expenses and submit for reimbursement.
Join our team today where we are creating a better coordinated, increasingly collaborative, and more efficient healthcare system!
COVID Mandate
As a federal contractor, Change Healthcare is adhering to the Executive Order which mandates vaccination. As such, we are requiring all U.S. new hires and employees to show proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or receive an approved accommodation by their date of hire, as a condition of employment.
As we continue to navigate the ever-changing COVID-19 pandemic, we remain committed to doing our part to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of our team members and our communities. Proof of vaccination or accommodations requests will be collected once an offer is accepted with Change Healthcare. All accommodation requests will be carefully considered but are not guaranteed to be approved.