Houston Methodist · 13 hours ago
Sr Program Manager
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHouston Methodist is a leading healthcare organization, and they are seeking a Sr Program Manager to lead comprehensive program management efforts. The role involves setting strategic directions, managing relationships, and ensuring successful execution of program elements while providing technical expertise and mentorship.
Health CareMedical
Responsibilities
Responsible for comprehensive program management, including setting the strategic direction for the assigned area of responsibility, for complex and large programs and is accountable for performance against strategy/goals
Lead, design, guide and execute strategies while managing relationships internally with hospital leadership and externally with clients, partners and vendors
Partner with key operations stakeholders to design and successfully execute program elements that ensure senior leadership engagement and governance of the system strategy
Focus on planning and design implementation to measurement and maintenance of desired outcomes with minimal supervision, developing meaningful reports to support business activities, and communicating professionally and persuasively verbally and in writing
Work independently and collaboratively to proactively identify problems and creative solutions to address requirements, while serving as role model and mentor to junior team members and partnering with vendors in assigned area of responsibility on data, process solutions and advisement
Responsible for various administrative and operational functions, and financial stewardship while providing education and technical expertise related to the program for successful implementation and sustainability
Facilitates the promotion of teamwork within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed
Effectively builds and leverages relationships with key stakeholders to develop and promote system-wide programming, obtains buy-in to change efforts, provides ongoing consultation and promotes Houston Methodist strategies
Leads program strategies with key stakeholders and others to ensure department timelines, deliverables and budgets are met
Serves as a primary resource/subject matter expert and a key liaison to councils and professional groups
Leads communication with authority to individuals and groups in a manner that engages and helps them understand and retain information, managing expectations
Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem
Serves as mentor and role model for coworkers
Initiates opportunities for improvement of department/program score for turnover/retention/employee engagement
Coordinates the operation of departments to confirm that assigned programs are completed according to specifications, budgets and timelines
Consults with colleagues, leaders, and other stakeholders to improve effectiveness and efficiency of programs
Regularly discusses any program problems, ensuring that customers/clients are updated on the status
Partners with management to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of assigned program, monitors progress and achievement of objectives, and identifies corrective actions as indicated
Provides leadership with decision support needed to make informed strategic decisions
Analyzes data relevant to the scope of the role and provides summary information to key internal stakeholders to develop system-wide strategies to improve targeted outcomes
Develops an implementation plan for launching programmatic elements within focus area, providing support in planning and organizing cross-functional unit and cross-entity activities and committees
Drives strategy and ensures the success of programs and/or assigned sponsorships/events
Researches and analyzes various types of data, compiling high quality reports, proposals, presentations, and other documentation for senior management and customers
Develops effective business cases and presents to leadership, clients and stakeholders in order to influence and facilitate strategic change, as appropriate
Leads external and internal program committees and task forces, ensuring that critical objectives are clearly explained, and action items are appropriately delegated
Follows up on action items as necessary to ensure completion of assignments
Develops and leads training strategies, education and communication related to program(s) to drive improved outcomes for the patient and/or employee experience
Identifies key measures to periodically assess outcomes and continuously enhances improvement
Effectively manages the scope, schedule and budget of assigned programs
Provides support to aid in complex financial decision-making related to program
Tracks year-to-year trends and identifies opportunities for financial improvement
Monitors the success of the program, engagement strategies and budget, identifying cost-saving and waste-elimination opportunities
Maintains interdepartmental accountability for systems-related issues that impact financial feasibility of the program
Forecasts potential schedule delays and develops alternate plans
Serves as part of a cross-system team that creates and executes mission driven events
Supports hospital and system goals and offers innovative solutions through participation in department projects to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of current practices
Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis
Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management
Leads the development of outreach and communications strategies and plans, including assessing needs and opportunities and developing strategies and implementation plans relating to all external outreach, marketing, and communications within scope of role
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in business, healthcare administration, clinical or related field
Five years experience related to business or healthcare administration or in a nonprofit setting; may consider HM employee with four years' experience who demonstrates progressive responsibilities
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to conduct effective presentations when working with physician leadership, administrators and peers and a variety of audiences
Ability to establish and maintain positive leadership, project team member and internal relationships
Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
Ability to lead meetings, conversations and present with authority
Ability to work under pressure and balance many competing priorities
Ability to multi-task and work in an organized manner
Ability to uphold confidential and sensitive information
Proficient in spreadsheet, word-processing, and presentation software
Good judgment and decision-making ability, with strong analytical and critical thinking skills; understands when to escalate issues
Ability to engage and be open to ideas offered by others; works collaboratively and contributes to dialogue
Demonstrated initiative in managing projects and communication with stakeholders
Ability to work autonomously on multiple tactical and strategic initiatives
Company
Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Brooke Graham
CEO Project Director
David P. Bernard
Chief Executive Officer & Senior Vice President
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2025-12-07
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