Job ID: JOB_ID_5906
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead complex, high-impact programs for a major healthcare client. This role will drive strategic initiatives, oversee cross-functional teams, and ensure successful delivery of programs that improve healthcare operations, patient outcomes, patient care delivery, compliance, and/or digital transformation in a fast-paced healthcare environment. The ideal candidate brings deep program management expertise in healthcare, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record of delivering large-scale programs on time and within budget. Local Minneapolis-area candidates are strongly preferred to support client collaboration and on-site requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end program management for multiple concurrent healthcare initiatives, including planning, execution, risk management, and closure.
- Define program scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with client business goals and healthcare regulatory requirements (HIPAA, CMS, etc.).
- Build and manage high-performing cross-functional teams, including internal resources, client stakeholders, vendors, and third-party partners.
- Develop and maintain detailed program plans, timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and status reporting using tools such as MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, or similar.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues; implement effective change management and contingency plans.
- Facilitate executive-level steering committee meetings, provide clear status updates, and present program progress, challenges, and recommendations to senior leadership.
- Drive continuous improvement by applying healthcare industry best practices, process optimization, and lessons learned across programs.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare standards, data privacy regulations, and quality requirements throughout program lifecycle.
- Foster strong client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for program-related matters.
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP, PgMP, Lean Six Sigma, or other relevant certifications.
- Experience in health system or hospital environments.
- Familiarity with Epic, Cerner, or other major EHR platforms.
- Track record of delivering programs in a regulated, high-stakes healthcare setting.
Special Requirements
Visa: USC or GC. Screening: Need LinkedIn. Interview Mode: On-site. Domain: Healthcare. Other: Need female candidate (preference).
Compensation & Location
Salary: $120,000 – $160,000 per year (Estimated)
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Email: ardwaj@vyzeinc.com
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