Sr. Project Associate (Lead Sr. Associate)

Job Description – Sr. Project Associate [Lead Sr. Associate] 

The Sr. Project Associate will support our managed care and population health programs. The Sr. Project Associate will serve as a key support with organizing, managing, and planning projects and implementation efforts.  In this role, the Sr. Project Associate will work closely with the Program Director(s) and Executive Leads to oversee program management. This position directly reports to the Director of Care Transformation and Analytics. 

RESPONSIBILITIES & COMPETENCIES 

• Responsible for support with managing key projects/programs, working closely with the Program Director 

• Maintain project documents, including the project plan, project schedule, project charter, and project scope, maintaining meeting summaries 

• Execute certain aspects of the Project tasks and Program activities & also Follow-up with tasks owners as needed. Also support the Program Director in facilitating meetings as needed 

• Coordinate and manage external and internal communications and resources to maintain quality service delivery 

• Maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders 

• Review annual compliance document and provide summary on changes 

• Assist with the development and delivery of program compliance & operations training  

• Prepare program arrangement/agreement documents 

• Attend training/webinars as needed 

• Support with Quality Improvement efforts & Change Management 

• Support with Data Analytics process by working closely with the Lead Data Analyst to prepare data files & analyze data   

• Prepare program summary and executive reports for leadership review 

• Participate in Internal Management firm-wide development planning 

• Other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in  business administration, public health, or management; Masters preferred  

• Experience in healthcare industry required 

• At least 1 year of project management or related experience 

• Project Management certification preferred, or in training to improve Project Management knowledge  

• Lean Sigma certification preferred (or in training to improve Lean Sigma knowledge) –  

• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and interpersonal skills 

• Written and verbal communication skills  

• Capacity to manage high stress situations 

• Ability to multi-task and manage various project elements simultaneously 

• Leadership skills 

• Big-picture thinking and vision 

• Attention to detail 

• Conflict resolution skills 

• Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices 

• Intermediate to Advanced technical skill in:  Microsoft office suite: Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Databases, and knowledge of EMRs, Project management application (e.g. Microsoft project, Smart sheet etc.) 

• Must be able to Telework from Home Based Office when needed. Must have high-speed Internet connection and using tools to communicate (verbally & written) remotely 

OTHER DUTIES 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activates, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activates may change at any time with reasonable notice. 

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ABOUT MEDICALINCS 

Medicalincs LLC (Medicalincs) is a renowned healthcare business & clinical management services firm that supports health organizations to improve organizational performance by providing less expensive, human-centered, integrated, managed care solutions. We have significantly improved health outcomes, cost savings and return on investment for our clients. Medicalincs is was founded in 2013 and launched in 2017. We are located at Silver Spring, Maryland and serve the Maryland, District of Columbia, and Virginia regions. 

OUR MISSION: At Medicalincs, our mission is to link silos in the healthcare system — to achieve the most cost-effective, high quality, and continually improved care delivery that preserves & saves lives! 

OUR PHILOSOPHY: To make a difference, you need to be THICK – Trusted, Hearty, Innovative, Committed, & Kaizen! 

Medicalincs LLC brings a unique understanding of healthcare delivery systems across healthcare settings & payer groups;  and in-depth experience applying strategic fusion of clinical, business, and technical expertise — to drive comprehensive and tried-and-true lasting solutions to advance networks and population health management. Our areas of expertise include: 

Managed Care & Care Value | Care Delivery Model Transformation Implementation | Care Management | Quality Improvement & Patient Safety | Program Management & Change Management | Program Evaluation & Data Analytics | Organizational Development & Strategic Planning. 

Medicalincs takes a rigorous approach to recruiting talent to our company that balances equal parts role-specific competencies and cultural fit. Medicalincs offers you: 

• A balance of work, life, & fun — with a close-knit team of professionals! 

• Delivery of top-notch health care solutions to our clients 

• An innovative and creative environment, with diverse highly talented co-workers 

• Empowerment to perform at your highest potential and opportunity to grow 
• Recognition for being part of a talented team & Reward for performance