Project Manager - Patient Access Operations

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department's Website:

• BS or BA in Health Administration, Business Administration, or related field
• 5 years of project management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or able to obtain in 1 year
• Master's in Business informatics, education, health management or related field with datacenter solutions and interactive video experience.

Special knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Strong proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Jira, Trello)
• Demonstrate qualities of leadership and understand project scope.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Make sound decisions and judgment while maintaining flexibility to refocus on other events.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to identify deficiencies in plans and actual project progress.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements may include extended periods of time walking.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Execution:

• Plan, execute, and close projects in accordance with PMI standards, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic objectives.
• Create long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines.
• Adjust schedules and targets on the project as needs or financing for the project change.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, resource allocation, and risk assessments.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Act as a liaison between IT, operations, and other departments to ensure seamless communication and alignment of project objectives.
• Serve as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy.
• Work closely with other Project Managers to coordinate interdependent projects and resolve conflicts.
• Communicate with patient access leadership to keep the project aligned with their goals.

Vendor and Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain relationships with external vendors to ensure quality deliverables and timely project execution.
• Negotiate contracts, define SLAs, and monitor vendor performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Present regular status updates and performance metrics to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.

Quality Control and Monitoring:

• Perform quality control on the project throughout development to maintain the standards expected.
• Use project management tools and methodologies to track progress, manage risks, and resolve issues promptly.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to meet project goals.

Other duties as assigned

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.