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Keck Medicine of USC · 4 days ago

Project Manager - Risk Management - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union)

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$81K/yr - $133K/yr

3+ years exp

Keck Medicine of USC is a healthcare organization seeking a Project Manager for Risk Management. This role involves providing project management and operational support, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget while managing cross-functional teams and maintaining communication with stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals

Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies

Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met

Monitor project progress, performance, and risks; adjust plans and mitigation strategies as needed

Manage project budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost efficiency

Communicate project status, risks, and updates to stakeholders regularly

Ensure compliance with organizational standards, policies, and best practices

Facilitate problem-solving, decision-making, and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle

Oversee project closure activities, including documentation, evaluation, and lessons learned

Maintain accurate and complete project documentation for audits or future reference

Ensure deliverables meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder expectations

Manage procurement of resources and third-party vendors as needed

Assist with vendor coordination and contract negotiations, as appropriate

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups, including staff, faculty, clinicians, patients, and visitors

Prepare and deliver presentations on project proposals, plans, and status in formal and informal settings

Facilitate meetings, reporting sessions, and group discussions to support project execution

Provide guidance, support, and motivation to project team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment

Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in navigating changing priorities, tasks, and processes

Seek, receive, and act on performance feedback; provide constructive, actionable feedback to peers and leaders

Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring cost control, documentation accuracy, and financial compliance

Monitor resource utilization and adjust allocations to optimize operational efficiency

Review project invoices and financial documentation for accuracy and alignment with project scope

Assist with development of the department’s annual budget, as needed

Serve as a preceptor or mentor for the department’s Master of Health Administration (MHA) residents or interns, as assigned

Provide operational support to Culture of Safety, Risk Analytics, Risk Education, Professional Liability Management, and Clinical Risk Management programs, as needed

Support general department operations, workflows, and strategic initiatives

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Budget ManagementPMP CertificationProject ManagementVendor ManagementMicrosoft OfficeRisk Management CertificationIT CollaborationPublic SpeakingCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingFacilitation SkillsNegotiation SkillsConflict Resolution

Required

Bachelor's Degree in related field

3-5 years Experience directly related project management. MHA Residency completed at Keck Medicine of USC will count towards work experience

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports, presentations, and stakeholder updates, and articulate project goals, timelines, and expectations to diverse audiences

Strong facilitation, public speaking, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills

Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary projects and work effectively with cross-functional teams, including clinicians, administrative leaders, and external stakeholders

Excellent organizational and project management skills, including independently prioritizing tasks, managing multiple deadlines, and adapting to changing or high-pressure conditions

Proven ability to analyze complex problems, evaluate policies and operational processes, and handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Experience collaborating with Information Technology (IT) teams and managing vendors or vendor contracts

Ability to work effectively with culturally and professionally diverse individuals and teams

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Visio, Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with project management tools or software

Project Management Professional (PMP) or other Project Management Certification

Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

Preferred

Master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, Public Health or a related field

Ability to conduct complex analyses of administrative organization, policies, procedures, practices, and cost-benefit of proposed programs

Specialty Certification Certified Professional Healthcare Risk Manager (CPHRM), Associate in Risk Management (ARM), and/or other Risk Management certification

Certification - Job Relevant LEAN, Six Sigma, or other Process Improvement certification