VA Program Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Spearhead the planning, initiation, execution, monitoring, and completion of intricate healthcare programs that support an integrated healthcare system.

• Offer strategic guidance on enterprise initiatives, encompassing Federal EHR implementation, PACT Act initiatives, access improvement strategies, OPPE, and other VHA priorities.

• Oversee contract performance, project timelines, deliverables, staffing, and resource distribution across various workstreams.

• Collaborate with VA leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to set priorities, address challenges, and achieve desired program outcomes.

• Manage program governance, risk assessment, performance reporting, and quality assurance tasks.

• Lead project management efforts by employing industry best practices and recognized project management methodologies.

• Supervise data analytics, performance metrics, dashboard creation, and reporting to enhance executive decision-making.

• Assist in budget planning, financial oversight, and budget application management activities.

• Identify opportunities for process enhancement and automation to boost operational efficiency and program effectiveness.

• Direct organizational change management initiatives that support the implementation of clinical, operational, and technological advancements.

• Ensure adherence to VA policies, federal regulations, and contractual obligations.

• Provide mentorship to project managers and technical staff while promoting collaboration among multidisciplinary teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Master's degree from an accredited institution.

• A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in healthcare program management relevant to the requirements of this Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or an equivalent project management certification.

• At least six (6) years of experience supporting a large corporation or government agency in a program or project management role.

• Preferred Qualifications

• A Master's degree in a healthcare-related field, such as Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or a similar discipline.

• Six (6) or more years of experience working within or providing contract support to the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).

• Experience in implementing enterprise clinical and/or healthcare technology solutions in a large healthcare system.

• Advanced knowledge of organizational change management, process improvement, and implementation science methodologies.

• Professional certifications such as Prosci Change Management, Lean, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt, or equivalent qualifications.

• Strong technical expertise in healthcare informatics, healthcare data analytics, performance measurement, and reporting.

• Experience in supporting enterprise governance, executive reporting, and strategic planning initiatives.

• Familiarity with federal healthcare operations, VA policies, and healthcare modernization efforts.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Training & Development