Universal Health Services
Project Manager - Information Services
Universal Health Services, King Of Prussia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19406
Project Manager It
One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. The Corporate Information Services Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Project Manager IT. The Project Manager IT manages projects for the various information systems. Manages all aspects of projects assigned from preparing project schedules through final implementation. Oversees modifications to existing applications that will effectively accomplish desired objectives. Provides technical support and project direction to UHS entities as needed. Coordinates work assignments given in order to meet deadlines and ensures continued progress toward assignment completion. Shares experience and expertise with other members of team. Key Responsibilities
Serves as liaison between clinicians, facility, and corporate departments as appropriate. Serves as project manager or backup for assigned projects: runs meetings, manages agendas/minutes, tracks tasks, issues, and action items, escalates risks and issues as necessary, and drives projects to completion. Serves as a mentor to other project leads to assist in moving the project management culture forward. Researches and resolves implementation-related Customer Support Center Tickets. Adheres to appropriate UHS Project Management standards. Provides documentation of project progress using UHS selected project management toolsets or creation of project toolsets as needed. Ensures strict adherence to work plans, reporting all serious deviations to management. Provides on call after hours support as needed. Gathers data required for assigned projects. Assists with event planning and management for large project events. Provides support and guidance to other team members. Effectively trains analysts or team members in performance of their duties as required. Prepares and promptly submits all routine and special reports. Contributes to performance evaluation of junior staff members or direct reports. Keeps management well informed of activities, needs, problems. Participates in administration of project management application. Provides end user support for project management methodology and application. Participates in end user education of project management methodology and application. Qualifications
Position Requirements: Bachelor's degree required. Five or more years of progressively more responsible Clinical Information Systems or Project Management experience. Healthcare industry experience is required. Comprehensive working knowledge of healthcare computer systems, analysis, and procedures with including ability to work with end users to determine software specifications, hardware requirements and process improvement workflows. Understanding of hospital workflow and operational processes within a department or interdepartmentally. Working knowledge of system application implementation, enhancement and support methods. Working knowledge of project management tools and methods. Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Comfortable and confident interacting with hospital and corporate personnel at all levels. Working knowledge of IS standards and quality methods and metrics. Strong customer focus and ability to set and manage client expectations. Advanced computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office and SharePoint applications required. Excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills. License or Registration Requirements: Licensure not required. PMP certification preferred. Travel Requirements: up to 40% domestic US travel. This opportunity provides the following: Challenging and rewarding work environment Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries Competitive compensation Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan 401k plan with company match Generous paid time off
One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. The Corporate Information Services Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Project Manager IT. The Project Manager IT manages projects for the various information systems. Manages all aspects of projects assigned from preparing project schedules through final implementation. Oversees modifications to existing applications that will effectively accomplish desired objectives. Provides technical support and project direction to UHS entities as needed. Coordinates work assignments given in order to meet deadlines and ensures continued progress toward assignment completion. Shares experience and expertise with other members of team. Key Responsibilities
Serves as liaison between clinicians, facility, and corporate departments as appropriate. Serves as project manager or backup for assigned projects: runs meetings, manages agendas/minutes, tracks tasks, issues, and action items, escalates risks and issues as necessary, and drives projects to completion. Serves as a mentor to other project leads to assist in moving the project management culture forward. Researches and resolves implementation-related Customer Support Center Tickets. Adheres to appropriate UHS Project Management standards. Provides documentation of project progress using UHS selected project management toolsets or creation of project toolsets as needed. Ensures strict adherence to work plans, reporting all serious deviations to management. Provides on call after hours support as needed. Gathers data required for assigned projects. Assists with event planning and management for large project events. Provides support and guidance to other team members. Effectively trains analysts or team members in performance of their duties as required. Prepares and promptly submits all routine and special reports. Contributes to performance evaluation of junior staff members or direct reports. Keeps management well informed of activities, needs, problems. Participates in administration of project management application. Provides end user support for project management methodology and application. Participates in end user education of project management methodology and application. Qualifications
Position Requirements: Bachelor's degree required. Five or more years of progressively more responsible Clinical Information Systems or Project Management experience. Healthcare industry experience is required. Comprehensive working knowledge of healthcare computer systems, analysis, and procedures with including ability to work with end users to determine software specifications, hardware requirements and process improvement workflows. Understanding of hospital workflow and operational processes within a department or interdepartmentally. Working knowledge of system application implementation, enhancement and support methods. Working knowledge of project management tools and methods. Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Comfortable and confident interacting with hospital and corporate personnel at all levels. Working knowledge of IS standards and quality methods and metrics. Strong customer focus and ability to set and manage client expectations. Advanced computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office and SharePoint applications required. Excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills. License or Registration Requirements: Licensure not required. PMP certification preferred. Travel Requirements: up to 40% domestic US travel. This opportunity provides the following: Challenging and rewarding work environment Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries Competitive compensation Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan 401k plan with company match Generous paid time off