What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lung Cancer Screening Program Manager position at Mercy?
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Provides leadership, coordination, and oversight for a grant-funded lung cancer screening and prevention program focused on expanding access to early detection, tobacco cessation, and improved patient outcomes. Serves as the clinical and operational liaison across multidisciplinary teams, primary care, and external partners to ensure high-quality, guideline-driven care. Drives program growth, data integrity, and compliance through strategic planning, performance monitoring, and reporting. Plays a key role in advancing population health initiatives and reducing lung cancer mortality.Position Details:
Required Education: Associate’s degree in health or science field.
Required Licensure: Current RN or Respiratory license in state of practice; must meet all state board requirements.
Preferred Education: Master's degree in health-related field, MHA, MPH, MSN or other health science related field.
Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience, preferably in oncology, pulmonary, population health, or preventive care. Experience in program coordination, quality improvement, or data-driven healthcare initiatives preferred.
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred; Oncology or pulmonary-related certification preferred
Skills: Program Development & Implementation, Data Analysis & Reporting, Care Coordination & Patient Navigation, Population Health & Risk Stratification, Regulatory Compliance & Grant Management, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Communication & Stakeholder Engagement, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving, Process Improvement (Lean/PDSA)
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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