Project Manager

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact. 

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the company's mission, actively engage in problem-solving, and take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers unparalleled opportunities. You have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes, making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector. 

This position will support our Illinois contract and will focus on specific project workstreams (project Interfaces, Training, Data Conversion and System Testing)

Acentra is looking for a Project Manager to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

As part of the PMO, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end workstreams within an overall project.  You will work with teams, functional and matrix managers, technical staff, and the client to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.

Your ability to envision, strategize and plan will support your ability to execute project components. You can capably diagnose and solve problems, identify risk and strategize mitigation. You are willing to roll-up your sleeves and do what it takes to deliver. You can successfully manage the customer, project communications, risks and support operations through stabilization of a new contract or scope of work.

Job Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Lead cross-functional teams to implement projects for small and large contracts in the health care space (federal, state, commercial); support other company initiatives/projects as needed
• Project Governance:  Develop and deliver documentation including (but not limited to): Project schedule, status reports, risk management status, communication management status, customer meeting agenda/notes, internal meeting agenda/notes
• Deliverables Management:  Review and support operations’ development and submission of written project deliverables; obtain all necessary customer sign-off
• Readiness Management:  Evaluate and support project readiness
• Risk Management:  Manage issues and risks; work with the team to develop mitigation strategies, drive issues to resolution and escalate to senior leadership as needed
• Technical Acumen:  Quickly learn our healthcare IT systems (MMIS, UM, CM, assessment workflow) technology - must have ability to learn new technology quickly
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Lieu of Degree will be considered
• 5 years’ professional experience in Project Management – project planning, delivery, and management in IT related environment
• 2 years’ of experience in an external client-facing role with consultative-level communication skills amongst a variety of stakeholders
• 2 years’ of Health programs knowledge, such as Medicaid, MMIS, Social Services, Claims or related
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Six Sigma Black Belt or other PM related certification
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Teams; Project, SharePoint, and other project management tools

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• Master’s degree preferred

Why us? 

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as a vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes. 

We do this through our people. 

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career. 

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable, and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

Visit us at Acentra.com/careers

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State, or Local law.

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.  

Compensation 

The pay range for this position is $ $70,458 - $118,7000

“Based on our compensation program, an applicant’s position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level.”