IT Project Manager - Healthcare - Remote

$48,000 - $95,000/Yr

Unclassified - Pierre, SD

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Pierre, SD

About the position

The IT Project Manager will lead and manage technology initiatives specifically related to Medicare projects within a remote setting. This role requires a strong understanding of Medicare regulations and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope. The position is a multi-year contract with a focus on compliance and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects related to Medicare, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including healthcare providers, compliance teams, and technology vendors, to gather requirements and ensure project objectives are met.
• Manage and mentor cross-functional project teams, providing guidance and support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify potential project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and effective communication of project progress and challenges.
• Oversee project budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring adherence to financial constraints.
• Ensure all project activities comply with Medicare regulations and industry standards, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant policies and guidelines.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of IT project management experience, with at least 2 years specifically in Medicare-related projects.
• Strong understanding of Medicare regulations, processes, and technologies, including claims processing and enrollment systems.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, using project management methodologies and tools effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with diverse stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues and implement effective solutions.