Project Manager - Strategic Initiatives

Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives

LocumTenens.com has been leading the way in a booming healthcare industry since 1995. Locum Tenens is a Latin phrase meaning, "to substitute for." When hospitals are understaffed, they rely on us to find them the right temporary physicians to fill in when needed. Every associate at LocumTenens.com plays a role in getting patients seen, no matter what they studied in school or what their role is here. Located in Alpharetta, GA, we boast a state-of-the-art campus featuring world-class amenities. There's nothing ordinary about a typical day here.

We are a Jackson Healthcare company and we are now the second largest healthcare staffing company in the U.S., serving more than 7 million patients in over 1,400 healthcare facilities.

Position Summary

The Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives will work closely with senior leaders to assist in managing key initiatives and projects across the organization. This role will provide support in organizing, tracking, and driving projects to completion. The Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives will be collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring the efficient delivery of project objectives. This position will apply project management practices to contribute to the long-term success of the organization.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties

Project Management 100%

• Assist in managing a portfolio of projects by helping to design objectives, timelines, and key performance metrics.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and teams across various functions to ensure successful completion of business goals.
• Support the coordination of cross-functional teams, ensuring work is aligned with overall project goals and timelines.
• Help implement project management routines to support organizational effectiveness.
• Manage and maintain project milestones and deliverables; create project plans.
• Manage project meeting agendas and facilitation; capture meeting notes and next steps.
• Aid in supporting change management activities and assisting in driving stakeholder adoption.
• Prepare project updates and assist in creating executive-level communications.
• Contribute to strategic and tactical decision-making by providing relevant information and analysis.
• Defines workshop objectives to establish clear goals and desired outcomes that align with organizational needs.
• Prepares workshop materials, creating all necessary handouts, presentations, and resources in advance to ensure a smooth session.
• Supports group collaboration through brainstorming and idea sharing, ensuring insights are drawn from discussion.
• Captures insights and action items; documents key takeaways to ensure follow up and continuity.

Secondary Functions (If Applicable)

May work on special projects or other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Education, Work Experience, Certifications

Undergraduate degree in related discipline. 5-7 years experience in project management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to adhere to and exhibit the company values at all times. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Working knowledge of Monday.com (optional, but preferred). Working knowledge of document management systems. Ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills - both oral and written. Ability to build strong business relationships at all levels. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Solid critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills. Ability to consistently meet goals, commitments, and deadlines. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

Key Competencies Required

1. Ensures Accountability 2. Action Oriented 3. Manages Ambiguity 4. Situational Adaptability 5. Communicates Effectively 6. Manages Complexity 7. Global Perspective 8. Directs Work 9. Interpersonal Savvy 10. Plans and Aligns

Physical, Mental, Working Condition, and Travel Requirements

Typical office environment - sedentary with typing, writing, reading requirements. May be able to sit or stand. Speaking, reading, writing, ability to use a telephone and computer. Ability to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally. Ability to interpret various instructions. Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization.

What Is In It For You

Company-paid benefits (Basic Life and AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Compass Health Advocate and Transitions). Healthcare benefit options (Value Plan, High Deductible Plan with HSA, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Prepaid Legal Services, 529 Savings Plan, Pet Insurance). Paid maternity and paternity leave. Company sponsored 401k plan with company matching. PTO that accrues at a rate of 15 days / year for 1st year and continues to increase with tenure. Tuition reimbursement for continuing education. An opportunity to work at a state-of-the-art facility in Alpharetta which features an on-site daycare and cafeteria, world-class fitness center and wellness clinic.

Disclosures

Smoking / vaping and the use of tobacco products are prohibited on all company premises, including indoor and outdoor areas, parking lots, and company-owned vehicles. As part of our employment process, candidates who receive a conditional offer may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.