PROGRAM MANAGER- Department of Medicine, Project Engage

Employee Type :  Full-Time Industry :  Healthcare - Health Services
Accounting - Finance
Research & Development Manages Others :  Not Specified Job Type :  Accounting
Health Care
Management Education :  4 Year Degree Experience :  At least 5 year(s) Post Date :  6/27/2012 Contact Information Ref ID : 29797  Description

As one of the largest, privately owned, not-for-profit health care systems in the United States, Christiana Care Health System, comprised of both Christiana Hospital and Wilmington Hospital, is a major regional heart center and has the only Level I trauma service on the East Coast corridor between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Affiliated with Jefferson Medical School, Christiana Care is an independent academic medical center, educating over 200 residents annually, and combining the best of both community and academic hospital systems. Ranking 16th in the nation for hospital admissions, Christiana Care is recognized as a regional center for excellence in cardiology, cancer and women's health services, home health care service, preventive medicine, rehabilitation services, a network of primary care physicians and an extensive range of outpatient services. Dedicated to a progressive vision of excellence, we are always seeking professional talent to join us in our commitment to delivering the best in quality health care services throughout the region.

 

We are presently seeking an experienced Program Manager to guide and support the financial operations, partnership building, quality improvement efforts, research protocols and data analysis for multiple functions across our Project Engage clinical improvement effort. In collaboration with the Medical Director and other key partners, this leadership role will also:

 

Contribute to the effective adherence to all Departmental and Christiana Care research policies and procedures. Provide direction to, supervise and evaluate via day to day observation and annual staff performance reviews, when necessary and justified, work-related counseling, administer disciplinary action, hire, terminate, and address grievances of clinical services area for staff Build relationships with professional counterparts in other professional organizations, advocacy organizations, and other community organizations through organizational initiatives and jointly-sponsored communication campaigns and programs. Oversee development of news releases, new materials, fact sheets, and talking points for publicity of programs related to Project Engage. Stay informed and circulate relevant information to the organization as appropriate in relation to drug trends and legislation

 

 Requirements

To qualify, a Bachelors Degree in Business, Accounting or related degree is required. Masters Degree in Business or Healthcare Administration preferred. Prevention Specialist Certification is also preferred, with knowledge/experience with issues related to patients with substance abuse disorders. Five years of experience in accounting or budget needed.

 

Besides proximity to Wilmington, Philadelphia and Baltimore, our location offers its residents a low cost of living, tax-free shopping, a four season climate close to shore points and a thriving, highly connected medical community.

 

As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy an exceptionally supportive environment, excellent resources, state-of-the-art technology, unsurpassed teamwork, and the opportunity to grow with a progressive organization focused on excellence.

 

We offer outstanding benefits, competitive wages, and multiple opportunities for career growth.

 

Please apply for this position online at

http://bit.ly/PMpe_CB

Christiana Care Health System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or genetic information.

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