Health System Project Manager

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Monday - Friday: 8:00a - 4:30p

Job Summary:   

Serves as a project management and Lean Six Sigma subject matter expert and point of contact for all health system projects managed through the Project Management Office (PMO).  Helps mentor and educate leaders, core team members, and staff on project management fundamentals and methodologies.  Responsible for managing highly complex projects through successful completion.  Works closely with the Governance and Architecture team to ensure compliance and adherence to appropriate protocols. As a Project Manager within the Project Management Office (PMO), the position is pivotal in driving the successful execution of strategic projects. Reporting to the head of Strategic Intelligence, they are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope and budget.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field required; Master's preferred. 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in healthcare or related setting. Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools. Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite. PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar certification is required. ITIL certification preferred. Lean Six Sigma required (Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred).

Physical Demands:

Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 10 pounds is required.  

Physical Effort required:        

Constant (67%-100%) – seeing

Frequently (34%-66%) – reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing

Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc), balancing, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.