IT Project Manager
Description
Company: Oak Street Health
Title: IT Project Manager
Location: Treehouse or Downers Grove
Role Description:
The Technical Project Manager (TPM) manages key IT driven projects that span across multiple departments and understands the intersection of the technologies included in the solution. Technical project management responsibilities include the coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope, as well as being a technical subject matter expert. They oversee all aspects of IT involved, set and coordinate deadlines, monitor and summarize progress of projects, and prepare reports for upper management regarding status of projects.
The successful candidate will work directly with IT department leaders and other team members to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. They will coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible and aligned against resources and timelines.
The project manager needs to be familiar with a variety of the concepts, practices and procedures. Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Perform a variety of tasks. Lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Core Responsibilities:
An expert in knowing the strategic direction of an initiative
Technology savvy with significant technology depth
A proficient planner ensuring initiative/project has clear strategy, prioritized backlog and roadmap
A creative problem solver
Able to maintain strong partnerships and healthy collaboration with key stakeholders and team members
Able to identify and help remove blockers within the project to facilitate smooth delivery of software
Managing initiative/project related risks, issues and escalations in a timely manner
Determine and define project scope and objectives
Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner
Prepare budget based on scope of work and resource requirements
Track project costs in order to meet budget
Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan
Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress
Understand system dependencies and constraints to facilitate technological topics
Be a subject matter expert
Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution
Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed
Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement
Requirements:
Strong technical background
Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of project management and related experience
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Healthcare related knowledge is preferred, not required
Proven ability to solve problems creatively
Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle
Excellent analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful
Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
US work authorization
Someone who embodies being 'Oaky'
What does being 'Oaky' look like?
Radiating positive energy
Assuming good intentions
Creating an unmatched patient experience
Driving clinical excellence
Taking ownership and delivering results
Being relentlessly determined
Why Oak Street Health?
Oak Street Health is on a mission to 'Rebuild healthcare as it should be'', providing personalized primary care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest. Our innovative care model is centered right in our patient's communities, and focused on the quality of care over volume of services. We're an organization on the move! With over 150 locations and an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody 'Oaky' values and passion for our mission.
Oak Street Health Benefits:
Mission-focused career impacting change and measurably improving health outcomes for medicare patients
Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options
Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits
Opportunities for leadership development and continuing education stipends
New centers and flexible work environments
Opportunities for high levels of responsibility and rapid advancement
Oak Street Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage all interested readers to apply.
Learn more at www.oakstreethealth.com/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-oak-street-health