Associate Vice President – Change Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Spearhead technology transformation initiatives, encompassing EHR/ERP implementations, digital makeovers, AI integration, and large-scale system deployments.

• Collaborate with C-suite executives and leadership on change management and communication strategies.

• Design and implement comprehensive change strategies to promote the adoption of technology, workflows, and operating models.

• Conduct stakeholder analysis and segmentation involving clinicians, operators, IT, and leadership teams.

• Establish and energize change networks within intricate health systems.

• Create strategic communication plans that articulate the reasons for change and reinforce behavioral shifts.

• Incorporate organizational design and operating model factors into change management strategies.

• Utilize readiness assessments, adoption metrics, and engagement analytics to enhance outcomes.

• Guide clients through risks, resistance, and uncertainty during high-stakes transformations.

• Oversee project delivery in alignment with timelines, budgets, and desired outcomes.

• Lead, mentor, and nurture multidisciplinary teams.

• Ensure the quality and timely delivery of strategic plans, messaging frameworks, engagement initiatives, and leadership resources.

• Manage team utilization, capacity, staffing plans, and internal communications effectively.

• Engage in new business proposals, client growth strategies, and thought leadership activities.

• Exemplify client management best practices and contribute to firm governance.

• Achieve billable targets and contribute to the Jarrard Academy.

• Mentor team members, facilitate career growth, and assist in attracting and retaining talent.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.

• 8-10+ years of experience in technology transformation, change management, or strategic communications, preferably in the healthcare sector.

• Experience in supporting technology/system implementations, such as EHR, ERP, digital platforms, or AI applications.

• Strong critical and strategic thinking abilities.

• Proficiency in stakeholder analysis and engagement, change strategy formulation, and building effective change networks.

• Capability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex programs with a strong focus on project/program management.

• In-depth knowledge of healthcare organizational structures, particularly in provider settings.

• Preferred experience across the healthcare ecosystem.

• Outstanding strategic communication skills, including executive messaging and large-scale engagement initiatives.

• Ability to mobilize leadership, influence behaviors, and foster adoption across diverse cultural, regional, and technological landscapes.

• Strong equilibrium of systems thinking and practical execution.

• Experience in learning and development, with a focus on applying adult learning principles.

• Flexibility to work remotely, with options available in Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for annual discretionary bonuses.

• Comprehensive medical insurance.

• Dental and vision insurance.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

• Disability and life insurance.

• 401(k) matching program.

• Generous paid time off.

• Wellness stipend.

• Additional voluntary benefits.

• Remote work options available.

• Office locations in Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN.

• Opportunities for career development through Jarrard Academy.