Job Description

Purpose:

Manages work on assigned projects through the application of project management principles. Manages the identification and prioritization of opportunities and risks within projects. Assists directors, managers, supervisors, and front line staff in project delivery using project management principles and tools. Fosters and supports efficient and high-quality project delivery for the organization.

Specific Project:

Launch of SVMC's Mental Health Unit for Adolescents. Through collaboration, the Project Manager will oversee and coordinate construction of the unit, development of clinical programming in partnership with the Dartmouth Department of Psychiatry clinicians, collaborate with the Vermont Department of Mental Health and other state agencies to manage project state funding and requirements, and other aspects of the project required for successful delivery. This is an 18-month engagement with possible extension as additional projects develop and the Project Manger's performance merits continuation. The Project Manager will gain specific training and use of tools through the Dartmouth Health project management program. This position is 12-18 months, temporary position. Benefit eligible.

Responsibilities:

Works closely with the sponsor and key stakeholders to develop effective project management approach. Collaborates with the project sponsor and project team members to define and document the project charter. Clearly articulates and shares project objectives and scope with appropriate parties.

Develops project plans, goals, deliverables, and tailored work plans.

Identifies assumptions, constraints and dependencies for the project.

Manages project communications and relationships with stakeholders.

Coordinates with project leadership to identify, assemble, manage, monitor and motivates cross-functional project teams. Monitors activities of all project team members to meet objectives.

Conducts quantitative project risk assessments. Collaborates with project leadership to develop plans to monitor, minimize, and mitigate project risks.

Monitors the project budget.

Defines and manages the project change control system.

Manages and documents project meetings and facilitates problem-solving. Conducts project presentations independently or in collaboration with project leadership, or as part of curriculum delivery.

Keeps leadership and the project team apprised of project progress through routine progress reports. Provides ongoing updates to the project management plan.

Supports sustainability of achieved project benefits through a formal hand-off process and control plan implementation.

Assesses project environment and recommends best approaches to change management.

Explains project management processes, tools, and techniques to the project team.

Participates in ongoing project management curriculum development.

Networks and collaborates on methodology and tools with other project managers. Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree with 3 years of experience in project management required. Strong analytical problem-solving experience. Demonstrated competency in project management skills within a complex, cross-functional environment. Excellent communication, organizational, decision-making, and leadership skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be skilled in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. PMP certification or equivalent preferred.
Previous healthcare industry experience preferred.

Area of Interest:

Professional;

Pay Range:

$75,000 to $95,000;

Work Status:

12-18 month position, benefit eligible.;

Employment Type:

Temporary;

Job ID:

6003 Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.




BSN Required


Three Years