Project Coordinator - Inpatient Administration

About the role

The Project Coordinator for Inpatient Administration is responsible for developing, initiating and coordinating major departmental projects.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and implements projects associated with departmental needs and function.
• Creates reports and analysis of data. Makes recommendations based on these findings.
• Drafts financial, statistical, narrative, and/or other reports as requested.
• Assists in the administration of the departmental budget by tracking expenditures and performing other financial tasks.
• Verifies deduction authorizations to ensure correct input.
• Captures and analyzes data to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to plan, implement, and evaluate major projects.
• Provides guidance to others.
• Designs forms, newsletters, web pages, and other tools as appropriate to ensure the success of assigned projects.
• Oversees the work of others in carrying out project activities.
• Independently composes reports and correspondence containing decisions which tend to establish precedents and which may commit a unit or superior to a course of action.
• Arranges, participates in, and implements, as directed, conferences and committee meetings.
• Attends meetings with appropriate staff and faculty as necessary to provide and gather information and assure the meetings/programs are carried out appropriately.
• Captures and analyzes data to support decision-making processes.
• Coordinates the activities of, and provides semi-professional service to Medical School committees.
• Sets up and maintains databases and other systems to support project management.
• Prepares periodic analyses and reports reflecting progress and trends of on-going projects/programs. Makes recommendations for improvement and implements as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Experience in project coordination or similar role preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of healthcare policies and procedures.
• Understanding of project management methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Skills

• Project Management
• Financial Analysis
• Data Analysis
• Communication
• Team Leadership
• Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible spending accounts
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off programs
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Wellness programs and employee assistance programs

Pay

$25.30 - $37.95 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

This is an on-site position, but may have opportunities to work remote on occasion.