Project Manager

Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.Position SummaryPRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITY Under the direction of the Director, Project Management Office (PMO) and in partnership with Versiti leadership, the Project Manager plans, coordinates and oversees Versiti projects and programs in accordance with established PMO best practices. Defines project objectives, tasks and timelines, manages and reports project progress (scope, schedule, budget), and coordinates the efforts of project team members to deliver projects according to plan. Total Rewards Package BenefitsVersiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.ResponsibilitiesDirects and manages overall project coordination for multiple, cross-functional initiatives and prioritiesPlans projects by developing and maintaining project scope, goals, deliverables and key milestones according to governance standards and in collaboration with senior managementCreates project deliverables including Project Charter, Business Case, change requests, detailed project plan, status reports, communication plan and implementation documentationCollaborates with management, key stakeholders, project sponsors and project team members to drive project executionManages communications with all areas of the organization that impact scope, budget, risk and resourcesOrganizes project activities into manageable work efforts and determines effective approach to complete work according to project planIdentifies and manages risk and issues; facilitates decision-making that is required for continued project progress and contingency actionsEstimate the resources needed and commitments required to achieve project goalsEnsures on-time, on-budget, high quality delivery of assigned projectsBuilds and maintains working relationships with all stakeholders including resolution of issues and conflicts within the project teamParticipates on the Versiti Project Council to standardize and support project management practices across the affiliatesAssists with training, coaching, mentoring new or less-experienced project managersPerforms other duties as assignedSupports achievement of service line and affiliate goals, in fulfillment of the vision and mission of VersitiRepresents Versiti at designated internal and external meetings and assumes other special assignments as designated by the Director, Project Management OfficeMaintains up-to-date knowledge through participation in meetings, committees, professional development and self-directed learning activitiesMaintains confidentiality of informationComplies with Versiti safety policies and proceduresPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsQualificationsEducationBachelor's Degree Bachelor’s degree in business administration, information systems or related field requiredAdvanced training in methodologies including change management, project management, process and continuous improvement and cross-functional team facilitation preferredExperience4-6 years of progressive project management experience requiredDemonstrated experience leading large-scale projects with complex systems and processes requiredDemonstrated ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and priorities requiredExtensive experience in change control, change management, and continuous improvement process and tools requiredExperience working in a regulated industry (clinical, healthcare, laboratory or pharmaceutical) preferredKnowledge, Skills And AbilitiesExpertise in project management methodologies, tools and techniques requiredExcellent written and verbal communication, presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to adjust style to executive, management, and staff levels requiredEffective coordination of complex processes and cross functional groups requiredFlexible and adaptable to a dynamic and complex environment, comfortable with ambiguity requiredAbility to work effectively as a team player, take a leadership role, and facilitate teams requiredAbility to drive change to achieve results consistent with objectives requiredAbility to conduct effective meetings requiredWork independently with minimal supervision requiredThis role will require minimal to moderate (approximately up to 20%) travel requiredLicenses and CertificationsPortfolio Management Professional (PMP) preferredTools and TechnologyPersonal Computer requiredSoftware related to job requirements required