Senior Project Manager
Acentra Health
Senior Project Manager
Acentra Health
Modernizes public healthcare with claims solutions
Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.
Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes – making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.
At Acentra Health, we embrace emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and advanced analytics that can be utilized to improve processes, enhance decision-making, and drive better health outcomes. We value professionals who are curious about new technologies and motivated to use innovative tools to increase efficiency, quality, and impact in their roles.
Acentra Health is looking for a Project Manager, Senior to join our growing team.
Job Summary:
The Senior Project Manager independently leads medium to large-scale healthcare and/or technology projects, ensuring delivery within defined scope, timeline, and budget. This role acts as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders, provides regular updates to clients and leadership, and proactively manages risks and resources to achieve project goals. The Senior Project Manager drives alignment between project execution and business objectives, prepares executive-level reporting, and mentors junior Project Managers and project coordinators to strengthen overall project.
Responsibilities:
Manages end-to-end delivery of projects with moderate to high complexity, ensuring they are delivered on schedule, within scope, and on budget.
Leads cross-functional project teams and coordinates directly with clients on project activities, deliverables, and status updates.
Tracks milestones, deliverables, and metrics using project management tools such as Microsoft Project, EVM, and other reporting systems.
Manages project risks by identifying potential issues early, developing mitigation strategies, and escalating concerns when appropriate.
Supports alignment of project execution with broader business strategy and client objectives.
Prepares executive-level reports, conducts stakeholder presentations, and communicates effectively with senior leadership and clients.
Owns and monitors project budgets, forecasts resources, and collaborates with finance and leadership to manage project financials.
Ensures adherence to internal governance protocols, CMMI standards, and compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
Partners with clients to analyze problems, recommend solutions, and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project life cycle.
Confers with technical and functional personnel to resolve problems and ensure alignment between project goals and operational constraints.
Keeps project documentation current, including schedules, change requests, risks, issues, and lessons learned.
Leads or contributes to continuous improvement initiatives, recommending process and tool enhancements to improve delivery outcomes.
Mentors junior Project Managers, project coordinators, or team members by providing guidance, coaching, and knowledge sharing.
Demonstrates unwavering commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and longterm client success.
Maintains awareness of industry trends, technologies, and project management best practices to apply innovative approaches to delivery.
Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.
The list of accountabilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other education- and experience-related duties that management may deem necessary from time to time.
Required Qualifications:
Additional Qualifications:
Why us?
We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.
We do this through our people.
You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.
Benefits
Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.
Thank You!
We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!
We are committed to providing a secure and positive hiring experience. Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted virtually, in person, or through a combination of both. As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be asked to participate in identity verification measures to help ensure the integrity of the hiring process.
~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team
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EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability
Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.
Experience in Lieu of Degree
For non-clinical roles, or when not required by the contract specifically, the Company acknowledges that practical, hands-on experience can provide skills and competencies equivalent to formal education. As such, in cases where a Bachelor's degree may be required, the Company will accept a minimum of six (6) years of directly relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree. In instances where the candidate has an Associate's degree, the Company will accept a minimum of three (3) years of directly relevant professional experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.
Compensation
The pay for this position is listed below.
"Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant’s position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level."
Modernizes public healthcare with claims solutions
Acentra Health helps public-sector health programs run better by combining deep knowledge of government health programs with clinical expertise and technology. It designs and delivers software and services for claims, encounter, and provider data to improve processing efficiency and reduce costs, while offering care-management and quality-oversight services that focus on clinically informed decision making. Its products connect providers, payers, and government agencies to streamline workflows and oversight across state and federal programs. The company differentiates itself through its blend of public-sector know-how, clinical focus, and technology, accelerated by the backing of Carlyle, with a goal of delivering measurable outcomes for priority populations. Overall, Acentra Health aims to improve health outcomes, increase program efficiency, and lower costs for government healthcare programs.
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