Implementation Specialist & Project Analyst

Agency:

Alternate Solutions Health Network

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Note: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), require COVID-19 vaccinations for all Medicare and Medicaid certified providers. Based on this regulation, all of our employees must be fully vaccinated or have a valid exemption.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

At Alternate Solutions Health Network, we care for patients where they spend the majority of their time - in their homes. Today we care for patients who need skilled home care and hospice services. You won't find our brand in many places because we partner with health systems, jointly running home health and hospice agencies that use their brand. This is part of our strategy. By being part of the health system team, we can ensure each patient has a well-coordinated care plan that remains consistent whether the patient is seeing their primary care physician, receiving treatment in a hospital, or under our care in the home.

WHAT WE OFFER:

We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates receive paid time off and may participate in the 401K, if they choose. Historically the company has matched 401K contributions which helps build your nest egg even faster. Finally, our benefit program includes company paid life, disability insurance, and a robust Employee Assistance Program.

HOW YOU'LL WORK:

You'll be responsible for the overall coordination of projects generated via the outcomes of Process Improvement discovery sessions and Joint Ventures. You will oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of assigned projects while creating and maintaining comprehensive project documentation for reporting project status, risks, and recommendations. You'll measures a project's performance and outcomes by using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Project Management: Design and apply appropriate project management standards for the Process Improvement department and Joint Ventures projects. Prepare and maintain project scope, timelines, action items, and outcomes for assigned projects. Manage project risks including the development of contingency plans.
• Quality Outcomes: Manage project risks including the development of contingency plans. Manage the production and quality of the required deliverables. Monitor overall progress and use of resources, initiating corrective action where necessary.
• Communication: Report through agreed lines on project progress through multiple medias such as written and verbal presentation updates. Maintain an awareness of potential interdependencies with other projects and their impact.
• Technology: Management of project share sites, software and other technology needs.
• Process Improvement: Conduct project evaluation reviews to assess how well the project was managed. Participate in process improvement efforts such as but not limited to: process mapping and data analysis.

HARD & SOFT SKILLS:

• Critical thinker with the ability to problem solve.
• Effective organizational skills and ability to respond to requests timely.
• Effective communicator with the ability to create positive impressions and work with a variety of people.
• Attention to detail is critical, as is being observant and following directions.
• Problem solving and create solutions to drive to a course of action.
• Ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality.
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment and build relationships.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project Share sites or similar applications.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in healthcare, business, or supply chain management
• Certified Project Manager or proven successful working experience as a project facilitator
• Home Health experience preferred
• Knowledge of basic ideology of Process Improvement
• Desirable but not required: Theoretical process improvement certification such as Lean Six Sigma, and or experience in process mapping, root cause analysis, and other process optimization techniques
• Capable of all physical demands

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: INDIRECT MANAGEMENT OF PROJECT TEAMS

HEALTH QUALIFICATIONS:

Health Requirements: Employee must be free of physical/medical conditions that would limit or restrict their ability to perform the job functions listed below. Blood borne Exposure risk is none.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Below are minimal knowledge/physical requirements of this position.

Constantly (66%-100%):

Reading, Speaking, Writing English

Communications Skills

Computer/PDA Usage

Hand/finger dexterity

Hearing/Seeing

Vision for close work

Talking on the phone

Hearing on the phone

Talking in person

Hearing in person

Frequently (34%-66%)

Sitting

Walking

Occasionally (2%-33%)

Bending

Standing

Stretching/Reaching

Climbing

Stooping (bend at waist)

Driving

Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance

Distinguish smell/taste

Rarely (1% or less)

N/A

Kettering, OH

We'll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today!

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.