*Program Manager *
*12 Month Contract to Hire *
*Fully Remote (PST)*
The Healthcare Program Manager will lead the execution of complex healthcare technology programs, focusing on Medicare plans, system integrations, and multi-vendor coordination. This role ensures timely delivery, effective communication with stakeholders, and alignment of project outcomes with business objectives, while managing risks, dependencies, and reporting progress to senior leadership.
*Key Responsibilities:*
* Medicare Expertise: Leverage deep knowledge of Medicare Business and Medicare Plans, including variations and Duals, to guide project execution.
* Healthcare Systems: Understand and map out healthcare systems, processes, data flows, and integrations to ensure smooth system operations across platforms.
* Project Leadership: Lead and coordinate an integrated team comprising multiple vendors, clients, and internal teams to deliver the program on time and within scope.
* JIRA Management: Be hands-on with JIRA, managing the board, grooming user stories, tracking progress, and ensuring deliverables are met.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Regularly interact with senior client stakeholders, providing timely and accurate status updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring alignment between business and IT objectives.
* Progress Reporting: Build and maintain dashboards to present the status of multiple workstreams within the program to internal and external stakeholders.
* Risk & Issue Management: Track the project plan, manage risks, dependencies, scope, schedule, and releases to ensure the program remains on track.
* Issue Resolution: Build strong partnerships with Business and IT SMEs to ensure issues are resolved quickly to maintain project momentum and meet deadlines.
*Preferred Skills & Experience:*
* Strong understanding of Medicare Business and Medicare Plans (including Duals).
* Proficiency with healthcare systems and processes, including data flows and system integrations.
* Hands-on experience with JIRA for managing user stories, tracking progress, and board management.
* Ability to coordinate and lead teams comprising multiple vendors, internal stakeholders, and clients.
* Experience in building dashboards for project tracking and reporting.
* Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects with multiple dependencies, risks, and stakeholder needs.
* Prior experience in QNXT or similar healthcare platforms is a plus.
* Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to interact with senior stakeholders and provide concise, actionable updates.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Jira: 5 years (Required)
* Healthcare IT: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote