Project Manager Information Technology in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

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The PMO Project Manager is a member of the Portfolio Management Office (PMO). This position leads the planning, organizing, and integration of cross-functional information technology programs and/or projects to deliver specific measured results. Responsibilities include leading a team of individuals through the IT project lifecycle; the development and management of project charters/business cases, budgets, work plans, communication plans, issue logs and risk processes. Leads cross functional teams, vendors, and contractors in the completion of program and/or project related tasks. Ensures scope changes follow SLUHN’s PMO change management procedures and protocols. Facilitates the creation and maintenance of all program/project documentation and aids in the development, planning, and execution of testing project related applications as appropriate. The Project Manager is an active member of the PMO, contributing to the creation, further development, and adherence of project methodology.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with management and stakeholders.

• Facilitates the drafting and submission of project budgets and recommends subsequent budget changes where necessary with justifications.

• Assist in the review of project requests, related impact to other PMO managed activities, and clearly identifying potential risk.

• Contributes to preparation of initial project timelines and cost estimates, benefits, feasibility, and priority for PMO review.

• Develops full-scale project plans for approved projects and associated communications documents.

• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.

• Track project milestones and deliverables.

• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and develop contingency plans.

• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.

• Facilitate definition of project success criteria, obtain approval from sponsor, and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting for up to 7 hours per day, 4 hours at a time. Standing for up to 7 hours per day, 4 hours at a time. Walking for up to 2 hours a day, 1 hour at a time. Seeing as it relates to general, near, color, and peripheral vision. Hearing as it relates to normal and telephone conversations.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or Healthcare Administration (or relevant major) or equivalent work experience is required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 3 years of IT Project Management experience required. Minimum 2 years of experience working within a PMO, or equivalent experience is required. Minimum 3 years of experience working in a team environment and an ability to work independently with little oversight is required. 1 – 3 years of financial/decision support experience is preferred.

APPLICATION EXPERIENCE:

Hospital Information System, Laboratory Information System, Radiology Information System, PACS, Pharmacy Information System, Medication Administration, CPOE, Orders Results Management Server, Network Infrastructure, PC, and communication systems experience is preferred. MS Visio, MS Project or equivalent, MS Office experience is required.

HOSPITAL OPERATIONS KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

Two to three (2–3) years of general hospital operation or healthcare knowledge and experience is preferred.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke’s!!

St. Luke’s University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (http://www.slhn.org/EOE)