Overview: The US Oncology Network is looking for a Director of Project Management Office to join our team at Texas Oncology. The US Oncology Network is one of the nation's largest networks of community-based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America. The US Oncology Network is supported by McKesson Corporation focused on empowering a vibrant and sustainable community patient care delivery system to advance the science, technology, and quality of care.
Position Summary The Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) at Texas Oncology will oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of a portfolio of projects. This role requires strategic vision, leadership, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects that align with the organization's goals and improve patient care. Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities- Leadership and Strategy: Develop and lead the PMO strategy to ensure alignment with the organization's goals and objectives. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, monitoring, and completion of diverse projects within the healthcare setting. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Team Management: Lead a team of project managers, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations. Promote professional development and project management best practices within the team.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, executives, and patients, to ensure project alignment and successful outcomes. Facilitate clear communication and manage expectations.
- Resource Management: Allocate resources efficiently across projects, ensuring optimal utilization and addressing potential resource constraints proactively.
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks. Implement contingency plans to address potential issues and ensure project continuity.
- Reporting and Evaluation: Develop and oversee project reporting mechanisms. Provide regular updates to senior leadership on project status, risks, and performance metrics. Conduct post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
- Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure all projects adhere to healthcare regulations, standards, and best practices. Promote a culture of quality and safety in all project activities.
Key Competencies- Leadership: Ability to inspire and lead a diverse team towards common goals and objectives.
- Critical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to evaluate project performance and make data-driven decisions.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to manage changing priorities, project scopes, and stakeholder needs.
- Collaboration: Proven ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, fostering a team-oriented environment.
- Problem-Solving: Innovative approach to identifying and addressing project challenges and risks.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a healthcare environment.
- Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification required.
- Skills: Strong strategic planning, leadership, and organizational skills. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of healthcare industry regulations, standards, and best practices. Ability to navigate complex healthcare systems and effectively manage large-scale projects.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires sitting for long periods of time. Some bending and stretching are required. Adequate finger dexterity and feeling to perform keyboarding and substantial repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal range. Must be able to view computer screens and printed material accurately. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The work environment is typical of an office setting.