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About City of Hope
City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.
Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s specialized cancer expertise.
A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.
City of Hope’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work — and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity – in ideas, backgrounds and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.
Position Summary
The Project Manager will support the development and implementation of initiatives within Nursing/Patient Care Service Operations and manage the performance of ongoing programs. The position will partner with Program Director to identify and prioritize strategic projects to be undertaken, on-going related to new technology, equipment, or programs. Will support collection of analytical data for initiatives This position will:
Directly lead the project management of initiatives. Serve as a liaison between Patient Care Services leadership, IT, Contracting Management, and operational leads to ensure objectives are achieved. Create and execute project plans, timelines, and stay within budget provided. Manage daily tasks associated with implementation of projects, seamless communication and collaboration with all involved parties. Establish routine reporting and templates to be used to show progress and progression. Key Responsibilities include:
Lead all project management aspects of assigned initiatives. Assist in definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables. Act as a liaison with end users to determine scope of project requirements, available budget, and required project timeframe. Incorporates and manages demonstrations and negotiations with third party vendors, in collaboration with contract management. Collaborates with Strategic Sourcing, Information Security, Enterprise Architecture, Legal Counsel, and Contract Management in contract approval and processing. Develops draft project scope, schedule, and budgetary estimate. Presents to end user and other responsible parties for approval. Define clear outline of project plan with timelines. Monitors activity schedules, changes to schedules, their causes and budget impact. Work with vendor for schedules and timelines to meet the agreement of the contract. Tracks and manages project contracts for term expirations, re-negotiations, company name changes, etc. Update contract agreements as needed. Communicates project status and facilitates communication between all parties involved on project. Performs quality assurance inspections to ensure project specifications are met. Communicates project status and facilitates communication between all parties involved on project. Meet timelines of projects. Defines and implements appropriate controls to ensure all benefits of projects are realized, as well as, post-implementation monitoring of relevant financial/performance metrics and service level agreements. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to maintain certification/licensure, and/or keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Basic education, experience, and skills required for consideration:
Bachelor’s Degree. Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements. Two years’ experience working in hospital operations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Completion of a COH fellowship can substitute for experience requirements. Ability to work independently. Project management, stakeholder management and engagement and excellent human related skills required. MS Word and Excel, Outlook, and Teams required Preferred education, experience, and skills:
Master’s Degree or Bachelors’ Degree in Health Administration, Public Health or Business Project Management Program Project Management Professional (PMP) Additional Information:
As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.
Shift: Day Job Status: Full-time City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.
Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s specialized cancer expertise.
A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.
City of Hope’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work — and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity – in ideas, backgrounds and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.
Position Summary
The Project Manager will support the development and implementation of initiatives within Nursing/Patient Care Service Operations and manage the performance of ongoing programs. The position will partner with Program Director to identify and prioritize strategic projects to be undertaken, on-going related to new technology, equipment, or programs. Will support collection of analytical data for initiatives This position will:
Directly lead the project management of initiatives. Serve as a liaison between Patient Care Services leadership, IT, Contracting Management, and operational leads to ensure objectives are achieved. Create and execute project plans, timelines, and stay within budget provided. Manage daily tasks associated with implementation of projects, seamless communication and collaboration with all involved parties. Establish routine reporting and templates to be used to show progress and progression. Key Responsibilities include:
Lead all project management aspects of assigned initiatives. Assist in definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables. Act as a liaison with end users to determine scope of project requirements, available budget, and required project timeframe. Incorporates and manages demonstrations and negotiations with third party vendors, in collaboration with contract management. Collaborates with Strategic Sourcing, Information Security, Enterprise Architecture, Legal Counsel, and Contract Management in contract approval and processing. Develops draft project scope, schedule, and budgetary estimate. Presents to end user and other responsible parties for approval. Define clear outline of project plan with timelines. Monitors activity schedules, changes to schedules, their causes and budget impact. Work with vendor for schedules and timelines to meet the agreement of the contract. Tracks and manages project contracts for term expirations, re-negotiations, company name changes, etc. Update contract agreements as needed. Communicates project status and facilitates communication between all parties involved on project. Performs quality assurance inspections to ensure project specifications are met. Communicates project status and facilitates communication between all parties involved on project. Meet timelines of projects. Defines and implements appropriate controls to ensure all benefits of projects are realized, as well as, post-implementation monitoring of relevant financial/performance metrics and service level agreements. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to maintain certification/licensure, and/or keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Basic education, experience, and skills required for consideration:
Bachelor’s Degree. Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements. Two years’ experience working in hospital operations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Completion of a COH fellowship can substitute for experience requirements. Ability to work independently. Project management, stakeholder management and engagement and excellent human related skills required. MS Word and Excel, Outlook, and Teams required Preferred education, experience, and skills:
Master’s Degree or Bachelors’ Degree in Health Administration, Public Health or Business Project Management Program Project Management Professional (PMP) Additional Information:
As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.
Shift: Day Job Status: Full-time City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
