VA Program Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, initiation, execution, monitoring, and closeout of complex healthcare programs supporting an integrated healthcare system
• Provide strategic oversight of enterprise initiatives, including Federal EHR implementation, PACT Act initiatives, access improvement efforts, OPPE, and other VHA priorities
• Manage contract performance, project schedules, deliverables, staffing, and resource allocation across multiple workstreams
• Collaborate with VA leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to establish priorities, resolve issues, and achieve targeted program outcomes
• Oversee program governance, risk management, performance reporting, and quality assurance activities
• Direct project management activities using industry best practices and established project management methodologies
• Provide oversight of data analytics, performance metrics, dashboard development, and reporting to support executive decision-making
• Support budget planning, financial tracking, and budget application management activities
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation to improve operational efficiency and program performance
• Lead organizational change management efforts supporting implementation of clinical, operational, and technology initiatives
• Ensure compliance with VA policies, federal regulations, and contractual requirements
• Mentor project managers and technical staff while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in healthcare program management relevant to the requirements of this Performance Work Statement (PWS)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or a comparable project management certification
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience supporting a large corporation or government agency in a program or project management capacity
• Preferred qualifications include:
• Master's degree in a healthcare-related discipline, including Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or a related field
• Six (6) or more years of experience working within or providing contract support to the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
• Experience implementing enterprise clinical and/or healthcare technology solutions within a large healthcare system
• Expert knowledge of organizational change management, process improvement, and implementation science methodologies
• Professional certifications such as Prosci Change Management, Lean, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt, or equivalent
• Strong technical knowledge of healthcare informatics, healthcare data analytics, performance measurement, and reporting
• Familiarity with federal healthcare operations, VA policies, and healthcare modernization initiatives

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retail Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development