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BJC HealthCare (New)

Portfolio Manager - Technology

BJC HealthCare (New), Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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Additional Information About the Role BJC is hiring for a Portfolio Manager - Technology. This is a hybrid position. We are looking for candidates with Product Manager experience.

Overview BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit healthcare organizations in the United States, delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St. Louis, southern Illinois and southeast Missouri regions. With net revenues of $6.3 billion and more than 30,000 employees, BJC serves patients and their families in urban, suburban and rural communities through its 14 hospitals and multiple community health locations. Services include inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health and wellness, workplace health, home health, community mental health, rehabilitation, long‑term care and hospice.

BJC is the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefits in the state of Missouri. BJC and its hospitals and health service organizations provide $785.9 million annually in community benefit. That includes $410.6 million in charity care and other financial assistance to patients to ensure medical care regardless of their ability to pay. In addition, BJC provides additional community benefits through commitments to research, emergency preparedness, regional health care safety net services, health literacy, community outreach and community health programs and regional economic development.

BJC’s patients have access to the latest advances in medical science and technology through a formal affiliation between Barnes‑Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children’s Hospital with the renowned Washington University School of Medicine, which consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the country.

Role Purpose The Portfolio Manager is responsible for the technology strategy roadmap, demand and portfolio governance which includes defining new programs and projects, including scope, process and system impact analysis, resource planning, financials and governance models. Responsibilities will ensure that the Portfolio Management solutions are in alignment with the business goals and strategy. The Technology Portfolio Manager will work closely with both technology and business stakeholders and ensure project/program management activities such as progress management, risk/issue management, resource tracking, financial tracking, stakeholder management and associated status reporting needs are communicated in accordance with the Project, Program and Portfolio Management framework and business needs.

Responsibilities

Lead the definition, implementation and review of the organization’s technology portfolio management framework. Authorize the structure of portfolios and is responsible for alignment with business strategy & objectives and with emerging digital opportunities. Set parameters for the prioritisation of resources and changes to be implemented and recommend and implement corrective action by engaging and influencing senior management. Lead the ongoing monitoring and review of technology portfolios for impact on current business activities and the strategic benefits to be realized. Responsible for implementing effective portfolio governance arrangements supported by effective reporting.

Plan, schedule, monitor and report on activities related to the portfolio to ensure that each part of the portfolio contributes to the overall achievement of the portfolio. Engage and influence senior leaders to ensure the technology portfolio will deliver the agreed business objectives. Identify issues with portfolio structure, cost, risk, inter‑dependencies, impact on current business activities and the strategic benefits to be realized through the collection, summarization and reporting of the portfolio KPIs.

Ensure that technology program/project service owners adhere to the agreed portfolio management approach and timetable and that they provide the appropriate information to agreed targets of timelines and accuracy. Produce reports as appropriate for portfolio governance, including making recommendations for changes to the portfolio. Communicate the change program vision to staff at all levels of the business and keep a focus on business objectives. Maintain the business case for funding the technology portfolio and confirm continuing business viability of the portfolio at regular intervals.

Define the approach, policy & set standards for support provided for managing and monitoring technology portfolios, programs, and projects. This includes governance management of resources, directing & leading the implementation & ongoing operation of an effective service organization. Ensure delivery of effective services & resources is in line with current & planned demand and reviewing the effective provision. Use recommended technology portfolio, program & project control solutions for planning, scheduling, tracking & forecast data. Set up project/program/portfolio files, compile & distribute reports to respective stakeholders. Provide administrative services to project review boards, project assurance teams and quality review meetings. Provide guidance on project management software, procedures, processes, tools & techniques. Provide guidance on individual technology project/program proposals & funding allocation. Support programs by providing a cross program view on risk, change, quality, finance or configuration management. Evaluate project and/or program performance and recommend changes where necessary. Advise on the available standards, procedures, methods, tools & techniques. Contribute to reviews & audits of project & program management to ensure conformance to standards.

Set strategy for the management of the portfolio of technology services and align technology service management with organizational strategies, objectives and emerging opportunities. Promote the opportunities technology offers the organization, including the feasibility of change and its likely impact. Authorize the establishment of new or modified technology service delivery capabilities and integrate in‑house and outsourced options, as well as delivery options leveraging multiple service delivery capabilities. Authorize allocation of resources for the planning, development and delivery of all technical services and products. Maintain an overview of the contribution of technology services to organizational success.

Minimum Requirements

Education Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience

Experience 10+ years

Preferred Requirements Master’s Degree

Supervisor Experience No Experience

Licenses & Certifications Project Management Professional (PMP)

BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well‑being.

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date

Disability insurance* paid for by BJC

Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance available on first day

BJC Institute for Learning and Development

Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time

Adoption assistance

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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

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