Project Manager I

The Project Manager I reflect the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

• The Project Manager is responsible for leading projects targeted at advancing the goals of the Northwestern Medicine Strategic Plan with an emphasis on institutional level initiatives that integrate people, process and technology. PMs use project management, change management, meeting facilitation, communication skills and other skills in advancing these efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Manage small to medium scale enterprise project using strong project management and interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate all aspects of a project
• Support and collaborate with other project leaders on integrated initiatives
• Apply NMHC project management and change management methodologies
• Demonstrated presentation and written communication skills
• Apply strong facilitation skills to lead project meetings
• Has the ability to deal with a changing environment and to lead/facilitate and manage change efficiently and effectively where appropriate.
• Collaborate with other system functions as required on projects Collaborate with other system functions as required on projects (e.g., IT, Quality, Analytics, Patient Experience, etc.)

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Additionally, must have 1-2 years of project management related experience or 3-5 years healthcare administration or clinical experience.
• Facilitation / presentation skills
• High level of energy and enthusiasm
• Flexible/adaptable – ability to work with diverse group of healthcare professionals in a matrix environment
• Proven software competencies (MS Office Suite, and project management applications)

Preferred:

• MBA/MHA
• Specific domain expertise such as EMR, revenue cycle, supply chain, process improvement
• Project management certifications

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

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Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. 

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.