Rural Health Project Manager

About the Role

Join a remote team leading the implementation and day-to-day operations of Medicaid RHTP-funded initiatives. This role partners closely with Medicaid leadership and external agencies to drive workflow execution, manage risk, and ensure alignment with program goals and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project management and implementation for Medicaid RHTP-funded projects, from planning through execution and operational handoff.
• Manage workflows and task execution in support of the RHTP Sustainability Plan.
• Develop and implement required business and system processes to support program operations.
• Identify operational risks, track mitigation plans, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Manage competing priorities and escalate key issues and decisions to Medicaid leadership.
• Coordinate cross-agency collaboration with CMS, state agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for leadership and stakeholder audiences.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Experience working in government-funded programs such as Medicaid or other public-sector healthcare programs.
• Experience in project management, business analytics, and organizational readiness.
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and work across multiple agencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree (MPH, MPA, or related field).
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, Certified Scrum Master) and/or Lean Six Sigma.
• Knowledge of Medicaid program.
• Experience supporting healthcare transformation or grant-funded initiatives.