We invite you to consider joining our team of talented project management professionals in the James M. Anderson Center for Health Systems Excellence!
The James M. Anderson Center was created in 2010 to serve as a catalyst for improving child health and transforming the delivery of healthcare locally, regionally and around the world. The Anderson Center shares ideas, knowledge, and data transparently and collaborates extensively to accelerate the reach and pace of quality improvement across Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.
This role will require application of advanced project management methodologies, including ongoing strategic planning, design and development of flexible project and portfolio structures, and setting priorities and establishing and executing plans for multiple, concurrent projects under a portfolio. You will be responsible for navigating and effectively driving complex, matrixed, and multi-disciplinary project teams. A propensity to learn and adapt to the needs and pace of the project is expected.
Job Responsibilities
- Project Management Consultation & Process/Quality Improvement - Collaborates with others to connect, implement and evaluate other project plans organization-wide. Identify, develop, and implement new methods, processes, and systems to improve and facilitate the team's work. Identify ways to improve data quality and usability and to streamline and enhance reporting processes and/or deliverables. Identify and recommend procedures to enhance or maintain a high level of effectiveness in projects. Work with functional leads to monitor and document information related to the projects. Assist in defining measurements and outcomes. May assist with both facilitation of teams assigned to the project and direct management of project management resources. Coach and mentor project team members. Understand and successfully perform the role of Supervisor (as appropriate). .
- Project Management Leadership - Engage clients and stakeholders, negotiate project scope as needed, and communicate with client throughout the project. Identify resources needed, such as information, expertise, personnel, and instruments and problem-solve gaps. Lead project teams and direct work of others while assuming final responsibility for the result.
- Data Analysis/Reporting - Conduct/ support complex qualitative and quantitative analysis of project data, summarize findings, draw appropriate conclusions, and effectively communicate results to team. Manage and direct regulatory/ reporting activities related to projects (e.g., IRB, updates/ reports to funding agencies, etc.)
- Communication & Relationship Management - Manage communication to and relationships with key project stakeholders. Compose, edit, and deliver written and verbal communications. Facilitate small group discussions. Keep team members appropriately informed.
- Strategic Planning - Strategize with project, program and department leadership to develop plans to advance objectives. Foster critical thinking on top issues and opportunities. Work in collaboration to establish goals and objectives, prioritize key objectives and work with the team to meet the goals and objectives. Strategize and recommend infrastructure necessary to execute selected projects & processes.
Direct Reports (TBD) Large volume and/or Complexity of Projects. Complexity defined as a combination of project expenses per year, and number of stakeholders for full projects or assigned portions of projects.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- 6 years related experience
- PMP certification
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies and practical application in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in healthcare or health system setting is highly preferred
- Experience applying waterfall, agile, and hybrid project management principles
- Skilled in leveraging Smartsheet
Primary Location
Offices at Vernon Place
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
AC Hospital Operations
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
- Expected Starting Pay Range
- Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $91,520.00 - $116,688.00
Market Leading Benefits Including*: - Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here.
- Competitive retirement plans
- Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
- Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
- Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
- Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
- Physical and mental health wellness programs
- Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
- Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
About Us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's Is
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
