Project Manager

About the Position
The Project Manager will assist the Principal Investigator in carrying out the scope of work for the Western Washington Trauma and Emergency Care Coalition (W2TEC2). This initiative involves a consortium of six major medical centers and regional medical centers along the Interstate-5 corridor and surrounding region in Western Washington dedicated to creating a regional framework for integrated trauma care, real-time capacity coordination, and disaster resilience. The Project Manager will support a broad range of activities related to regional preparedness, education, data collection, and project coordination.
About the Project
This position serves as a primary lead for assigned W2TEC2 project activities, including tracking, development, and coordination of deliverables. The Project Manager will work closely with the Principal Investigator, coalition partners, and stakeholders to ensure the project is coordinated, documented, and implemented in alignment with the project's scope and goals.
Salary Range
$93,000 - $95,000. Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) required. A Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., healthcare administration, public health, emergency management) or a Registered Nursing degree is preferred.
Five years of experience in healthcare, public health, emergency management, or a related program management position.
Project Management Certification preferred
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in project management required
Minimum of 5 year’s research experience require
Experience in coordinating multi-site or multi-institutional projects.
Familiarity with hospital information systems, electronic medical records (EMR), and data management platforms. Experience with system implementation or software integration across multiple sites is highly desirable.
Knowledge of trauma systems, quality improvement programs (e.g., TQIP), and clinical research processes is a plus.
Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage competing demands and prioritize work activities effectively.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, lead meetings, and present data effectively.
Computer skills including at least intermediate level experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office Software
Management Responsibilities
Supports the management of the study budget and complies with Standard Operating Practices of The Geneva Foundation and site as applicable
Exhibits a high degree of flexibility in the management of and participation in complex research team communications
Advises and assists in management duties of the project
Assists and advises on budgetary and resource management topics
This position reports directly to the Principal Investigator located at Madigan Army Medical Center.
While this role may not have direct supervisory duties initially, it involves leading multidisciplinary teams and external partners in the development and implementation of project workplans.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary liaison for key project activities, including coordinating the integration of the GE HealthCare Command Center Software Platform (CCSP) across all twenty partner sites.
Assist the Principal Investigator in carrying out all six proposed activities, with an initial focus on Education and Data Collection (TQIP).
Coordinate and facilitate meetings, committees, and workgroups with coalition partners and stakeholders.
Develop and maintain project documentation, including timelines, progress reports, and submission of deliverables.
Track progress on project objectives, ensuring alignment with the W2TEC2 project's scope of work.
Prepare and write reports for the Principal Investigator and funding agencies.
Establish and maintain contacts with counterparts at regional, state, and partner institutions to ensure overall coordination.
Promotes safety and confidentiality of research participants and records at all times
Demonstrates proficiency in performing basic study-related procedures as required
Maintains a collaborative research environment between the PI, other site personnel, research participants, The Geneva Foundation, and the funding organization
Supports and, where appropriate, directs the following research activities:
Prepares research study reports to include awareness of regulatory submission process
Executes and maintains research study under the direction of the Principal Investigator
Manages study documentation (paper and electronic formats)
Subject recruitment, enrollment, consenting and follow-up communications, supports, executes, and monitors human performance testing with clinical systems
Maintains documentation of all correspondence and communication pertinent to the research
Procures supplies and equipment as authorized per research budget guidelines
Coordinates and schedules study subject groups and individual interviews to include scheduling of available office space/training rooms, access to work areas during and after hours, and preparation of any equipment necessary for data collection
Maintains research study administrative, logistical, technical, and data management functions, following proper security measures where appropriate
Maintains the physical security of the research office space and equipment to include key control
Supports the preparation of manuscripts and reports to include budget discussion, formatting and editing
Performs research and development duties that assist current programs managed or developed to help insure work efforts are successful
Provides technical and after-action reports as requested