Wake Forest University School of Medicine
PCORI Senior Project Manager
Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States, 27104
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in clinical operations and implementation projects, particularly within the PCORI HSII (Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute - Health Systems Implementation Initiative) framework. The role involves overseeing multiple complex clinical implementation projects, ensuring effective execution, and achieving project goals. A specific focus initially will be on the management and implementation of the Atrium health - Childrens Outpatient Optimal Stewardship (AH-CHOOS) or similar projects, requiring deep knowledge of healthcare systems, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence in a clinical research environment.
The Senior Project Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including clinical operations, researchers, and healthcare professionals, to implement evidence-based interventions across health systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of healthcare operations, project management methodologies, and a proven track record of managing large-scale clinical projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Lead the implementation of PCORI HSII-funded projects such as AH-CHOOS, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and deliverables.Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders including clinicians, researchers, and health system partners.Ensure successful project delivery by driving project planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation.Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, risk mitigation, and budget management.Ensure that implementation practices adhere to clinical operations standards and regulatory guidelines.Oversee the coordination and collaboration of cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and efficient achievement of project milestones.Collaborate with healthcare systems, clinical staff, and research teams to ensure that project goals are aligned with clinical practices and patient-centered outcomes.Facilitate communication between internal and external stakeholders to support project implementation and resolve any issues that arise.Present project updates, performance metrics, and outcomes to sponsors, executives, and other key stakeholders.Track and monitor project progress using performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.Prepare detailed reports and presentations for project sponsors, steering committees, and senior management.Ensure compliance with PCORI requirements and clinical research best practices.Proactively identify project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.Address project-related issues promptly to ensure minimal disruption to clinical operations and patient
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a health-related field.PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred.Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management.Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.Proficiency in project management software tools.SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior experience with health system interventions and large-scale implementation projects.Familiarity with PCORI HSII-funded initiatives and their goals of integrating research into healthcare delivery systems.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Each teammate has the responsibility to work in a safe manner. Work requires frequent moving from one area to another, coordinating, and communicating with persons in various disciplines and agencies. Frequent walking, standing and climbing may be required.
About Us
Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) is a U.S. News and World Report top 50 ranked medical school, integrated with a world-class health system, Atrium Health. WFUSM, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise, is a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery. WFUSM, has over $300M in annual, extramural funding that drives a cutting-edge Academic Learning Health System by integrating innovative research with excellent patient care across our enterprise.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. AHWFB is an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem - that includes Brenner Children's Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians. Our highly integrated academic and clinical environment is deeply committed to improving health, elevating hope, and advancing healing - for all.
It should be noted that while you are applying on the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Career Site, you will receive communications from the Atrium Health Recruitment Team. Please know that this is an expected process. Thanks in advance for your flexibility.
About the Team
Mission, Vision and Culture Commitments
Mission
To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all.
Vision
To be the first and best choice for care.
Culture Commitments
We create a space where all Belong
We Work as One to make great things happen
We earn Trust in all we do
We Innovate to better the now and create the future
We drive for Excellence - always
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in clinical operations and implementation projects, particularly within the PCORI HSII (Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute - Health Systems Implementation Initiative) framework. The role involves overseeing multiple complex clinical implementation projects, ensuring effective execution, and achieving project goals. A specific focus initially will be on the management and implementation of the Atrium health - Childrens Outpatient Optimal Stewardship (AH-CHOOS) or similar projects, requiring deep knowledge of healthcare systems, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence in a clinical research environment.
The Senior Project Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including clinical operations, researchers, and healthcare professionals, to implement evidence-based interventions across health systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of healthcare operations, project management methodologies, and a proven track record of managing large-scale clinical projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Lead the implementation of PCORI HSII-funded projects such as AH-CHOOS, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and deliverables.Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders including clinicians, researchers, and health system partners.Ensure successful project delivery by driving project planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation.Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, risk mitigation, and budget management.Ensure that implementation practices adhere to clinical operations standards and regulatory guidelines.Oversee the coordination and collaboration of cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and efficient achievement of project milestones.Collaborate with healthcare systems, clinical staff, and research teams to ensure that project goals are aligned with clinical practices and patient-centered outcomes.Facilitate communication between internal and external stakeholders to support project implementation and resolve any issues that arise.Present project updates, performance metrics, and outcomes to sponsors, executives, and other key stakeholders.Track and monitor project progress using performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.Prepare detailed reports and presentations for project sponsors, steering committees, and senior management.Ensure compliance with PCORI requirements and clinical research best practices.Proactively identify project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.Address project-related issues promptly to ensure minimal disruption to clinical operations and patient
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a health-related field.PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred.Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management.Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.Proficiency in project management software tools.SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior experience with health system interventions and large-scale implementation projects.Familiarity with PCORI HSII-funded initiatives and their goals of integrating research into healthcare delivery systems.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Each teammate has the responsibility to work in a safe manner. Work requires frequent moving from one area to another, coordinating, and communicating with persons in various disciplines and agencies. Frequent walking, standing and climbing may be required.
About Us
Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) is a U.S. News and World Report top 50 ranked medical school, integrated with a world-class health system, Atrium Health. WFUSM, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise, is a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery. WFUSM, has over $300M in annual, extramural funding that drives a cutting-edge Academic Learning Health System by integrating innovative research with excellent patient care across our enterprise.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. AHWFB is an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem - that includes Brenner Children's Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians. Our highly integrated academic and clinical environment is deeply committed to improving health, elevating hope, and advancing healing - for all.
It should be noted that while you are applying on the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Career Site, you will receive communications from the Atrium Health Recruitment Team. Please know that this is an expected process. Thanks in advance for your flexibility.
About the Team
Mission, Vision and Culture Commitments
Mission
To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all.
Vision
To be the first and best choice for care.
Culture Commitments
We create a space where all Belong
We Work as One to make great things happen
We earn Trust in all we do
We Innovate to better the now and create the future
We drive for Excellence - always