IT Project Manager II

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?

At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.

Job Summary

Location: Methodist Corporate Office

Address: 825 S 169th St. - Omaha, NE

Work Schedule: Hybrid role, Mon - Fri, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Responsible for assuming a leadership role across all phases of assigned projects, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Drives accountability and ensures project objectives are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while meeting organizational and stakeholder expectations. Requires partnering with clinical, business, and technical teams to guide cross functional collaboration to implement solutions that advance the health system’s strategic goals and improve operational performance.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Project Management (50%)

• Provide effective leadership from initiation to closure, guide teams throughout the lifecycle of the project with clarity and confidence.
• Communicate project status, changes in scope, identified scope, and go-live statuses in a clear and detailed manner, making sure all stakeholders including executive leadership stays engaged and informed.
• Foster a collaborative environment where team members feel supported and empowered to deliver project tasks per the timeline.
• Champion scope integrity by working with the business stakeholders to understand business needs, manage expectations, and ensure the project work is in line with the agreed objectives.
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders by providing updates and recommendations to support decision making.
  
  

Resource Management (15%)

• Utilize project scope documents and collaboration with department leaders to identify and engage the appropriate project resources, ensure teams are equipped with the skills necessary for the success of the project.
• Build trust and transparency by providing clear communication of roles, responsibilities, and expectations to each project team member.
• Guide project execution with a strategic relationship-centered approach that supports the project resources and anticipates / address obstacles.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with project resources and leaders to surface concerns early and collaboratively develop sustainable solutions.
• Promote strong vendor relationships by collaborating with external resources to drive efficient and quality project deliveries.
• Effectively navigate conflict among cross functional teams, to maintain project momentum and harmony.
  
  

Continuous Improvement (15%)

• Partner with the PMO Supervisor / Director to advance PMO processes, providing leadership insights and unique solutions.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement by identifying improvement opportunities and partner with stakeholders to implement meaningful change.
• Review end of project surveys to understand the stakeholder experiences and utilize these insights to drive more efficient / collaborative future project delivery.
• Engage in continuing education and skills-building opportunities to enhance delivery capabilities and stay current with evolving best practices.
  
  

Risk Management (10%)

• Proactively identify and understand project risks and their impact on the project goals.
• Promote accountability and teamwork by identifying, tracking, and facilitating the resolution of project risks / issues in a timely manner.
• Leads teams to proactively identify and mitigate project risks, encouraging open communication and shared ownership.
• Keep leadership informed of risks and their impact on the project’s success, offer guidance and recommendations based on team / stakeholder feedback.
  
  

Mentorship (10%)

• Provide mentorship and guidance to fellow project managers, supporting their growth, alignment to best practices, and overall team effectiveness.
• Identify and communicate opportunities to enhance collaboration with internal and external project partners, fostering stronger cross-functional relationships.
• Provide constructive feedback and development insights to help project resources grow their skills and navigate challenges effectively.
• Model effective stakeholder partnership and empower resources to build their own strong relationships with external contributors and leaders.
  
  

Schedule

Hybrid role, Mon - Fri, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Description

Job Requirements

Education

• Requires a level of knowledge normally associated with a bachelor’s degree in health care-related field or Computer Science or a minimum of 7 years’ experience in a job-related field.
• Participates in mandatory in services and continuing education programs as mandated by policies and procedures, external agencies and as directed by supervisor.
  
  

Experience

• Required:
• Minimum 3-5 years of Project Manager experience / experience leading complex initiatives from planning to delivery.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a leadership / mentor role.
• Preferred:
• Minimum of 5-7 years of health care experience working in Information Technology (IT) related roles such as a Programmer or Analyst with Project Management focus.
  

License/Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification strongly preferred.
  
  

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices across all phases of the project life cycle.
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Ability to foster collaboration among clinical, operational, and technical stakeholders.
• Ability to make accurate and effective decisions at the project level.
• Ability to multitask, establish priorities and set/meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills including effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to modify work behavior and work activities in response to new information, changing conditions or unexpected obstacles.
• Ability to keep current on issues, practices and processes related to information technology and assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to manage problems, organize work and determine best course of action.
• Ability to guide and mentor project resources and contribute to the growth and development of the project management team.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Weight Demands

• Medium Light Work - Exerting up to 35 pounds of force.
  
  

Physical Activity

• Not necessary for the position (0%):
• Climbing
• Crawling
• Kneeling
• Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):
• Balancing
• Carrying
• Crouching
• Distinguish colors
• Lifting
• Pulling/Pushing
• Reaching
• Standing
• Stooping/bending
• Twisting
• Walking
• Frequently Performed (34%-66%):
• Grasping
• Keyboarding/typing
• Repetitive Motions
• Sitting
• Speaking/talking
• Constantly Performed (67%-100%):
• Hearing
• Seeing/Visual
  

Job Hazards

• Not Related:
• Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)
• Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)
• Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)
• Explosives (pressurized gas)
• Electrical Shock/Static
• Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc.)
• Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)
• Mechanical moving parts/vibrations
• Rare (1-33%):
• Equipment/Machinery/Tools
  

About Methodist

Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.