Project Manager at Snoqualmie Valley Hospital – Snoqualmie, Washington

At Snoqualmie Valley Health, we’re not just in the business of healthcare; we’re in the business of empowering our community to live boldly and live well. Our commitment to excellence and innovation calls for team members who will build trust, obsess over excellence, lead innovation, and deepen connections within our community. We are guided by our core values, and we’re looking for someone who can embody those principles as part of our dynamic and growing team.

Located in a trail-blazing, adventure-loving town at the base of the Cascades, Snoqualmie Valley Health is an independent public hospital district serving a vibrant community that thrives on both adventure and connection. This is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger.

JOB TITLE: Project Manager

POSITION SUMMARY: The Projects Management Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing assigned hospital-wide projects and service contract implementations. This position plays a critical role in facilitating organization improvement projects, new equipment installations, technology rollouts, and operational efficiency initiatives.

Working in a rural hospital environment, the coordinator applies strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in alignment with hospital standards, compliance requirements, and patient care priorities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Build Trust: We exhibit integrity, transparency and compassion in every interaction.

• Facilitate development of detailed project scopes, budgets, timelines, and resource plans in collaboration with department leaders and contractors.
• Coordinate with clinical and administrative teams to minimize operational disruption during project implementation.
• Oversee vendor and contractor performance, ensuring adherence to specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Obsess Over Excellence: We have high standards and seek continuous improvement.

• Facilitate project meetings, document progress, and maintain accurate status reports for leadership review.
• Identify project risks and apply critical thinking to develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Ensure all project documentation is complete, organized, and compliant with hospital and state requirements.

Lead Innovation: We lead with creativity, agility and think bold in our approach.

• Evaluate current project related processes to identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
• Share insights you gather from different perspectives.
• Bring diverse skill sets together for problem-solving sessions.
• Use data-driven analysis and critical thinking to make informed decisions about resource allocation and workflow optimization.
• Emphasize learning outcomes over perfection
• Lead post-project reviews to assess lessons learned and apply improvements to future initiatives.

Deepen Connections: We build strong relationships with our patients, their families and partners in the communities we serve.

• Act as a bridge between groups who normally don’t talk.
• Create spaces (meetings, channels, informal chats) where people can contribute ideas, not just give status updates.
• Prepare regular project and logistics performance reports for hospital leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
  • Equivalent combination of education, training, and progressively responsible experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Specialty Certification:

• Project Management Professional (PMP®) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) from PMI, or
• Lean Six Sigma, Agile, or equivalent project management coursework or certification.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in project coordination, logistics management, or related operational leadership (healthcare setting preferred).
• Demonstrated experience managing facility or operational projects from planning through completion.
• Rural healthcare experience strongly preferred.

Skills:

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities; able to analyze complex situations and develop effective solutions.
• Skilled in project management methodologies, scheduling, and resource coordination.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project) and project tracking or ERP software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments and with external vendors.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Commitment to teamwork, integrity, and continuous process improvement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office and clinical settings with potential exposure to patient care areas.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
• May require occasional travel between facility locations.

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BENEFITS: We believe in taking care of those who take care of our community. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that puts your health and well-being first. With our flexible medical plan, you’ll have access to multiple in-network tiers, including top-quality care from Snoqualmie Valley Health, Eastside Health, and First Choice/First Health providers. The best part? Anyone covered under our plan can receive care at SVH at no cost! It's all about giving you the options and support you need to experience life’s great adventures.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Pharmacy
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life and AD&D
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Other Voluntary Benefits

Benefit Eligibility Requirements - Employees regularly scheduled at least 20 hours per week.

Employee Dependents - Your legal spouse or domestic partner; dependent children until age 26.

Waiting Period - 1st of the month from the date of hire.

PLEASE NOTE:

• The flu shot (during flu season) is required for employment, with exemptions available for valid medical or religious reasons.
• Snoqualmie Valley Health is a drug-free workplace. We complete drug screenings as a part of our onboarding process.