Sr Project Mgr Operations at Westchester Medical Center – Valhalla, New York

Job Summary:

As a Senior Project Manager, Operations, you will take on a more strategic role, overseeing and managing complex projects that support hospital operations. You will lead and mentor project teams, work closely with clinical and non-clinical stakeholders, and drive process improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing workflows through capital improvements, technology integration, and operational enhancements. You will be responsible for setting project goals, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, and providing regular status updates to hospital leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Project Management:
  • Lead the planning and implementation of high-impact projects, defining project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines in alignment with hospital strategic objectives.
  • Develop and manage comprehensive project budgets, including resource allocation and regular assessments of actual versus planned expenditures.
• Team Leadership and Development:
  • Provide direction, mentorship, and support to project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively, ensuring team members are empowered to meet project milestones.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Work closely with clinical and non-clinical stakeholders to ensure project objectives align with departmental needs and organizational goals.
  • Facilitate effective communication channels, ensuring stakeholders are kept informed of project progress, concerns, and solutions.
• Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement initiatives designed to enhance workflow efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Utilize data-driven insights to support decision-making and drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Risk and Quality Management:
  • Track project deliverables using appropriate tools and provide quality assurance through the development and implementation of responsive action plans.
  • Proactively manage project risks, implementing changes and interventions to achieve desired project outcomes.
• Reporting and Evaluation:
  • Constantly monitor and report on project progress to all stakeholders, providing detailed reports that define project progress, concerns, and solutions.
  • Conduct comprehensive project evaluations and assessments of results, identifying lessons learned and areas for improvement.

• Research and Analysis:
  • Conduct data gathering, research, and due diligence to support grant applications, project proposals, market analyses, and vendor evaluations.
  • Supply critical information needed for strategic decision-making and organizational planning.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Experience:

• Five years of progressively responsible experience devoted to project management, required
• Two years of experience in project management in a public health, health regulatory or health services related organization or program, preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree, required
• Master's degree, preferred

Licenses / Certifications: N/A

Other: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, preferred