Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Kaiser Permanente
Job overview
The Program Manager IV at Kaiser Permanente oversees medium-to-large scale programs with multiple workstreams, ensuring strategic business goals are met and program outcomes are achieved from initiation to close-out.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing program teams and resources, monitoring risks and compliance, coordinating stakeholders, overseeing vendor performance and contracts, and driving program plans and financials to deliver long-term organizational value.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's degree and at least five years in project management with two years in program management, or eight years in project management with two years in program management, plus skills in change management, negotiation, data analysis, financial acumen, and risk assessment.
Company overview
Kaiser Permanente is an integrated managed care consortium based in the United States, founded in 1945 by industrialist Henry J. Kaiser and physician Sidney Garfield. It operates through three distinct entities: Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, and regional Permanente Medical Groups. The organization provides healthcare services and insurance, generating revenue through member premiums and healthcare services. Known for its emphasis on preventive care and integrated healthcare delivery, Kaiser Permanente has been a pioneer in electronic health records and telemedicine, significantly impacting the healthcare industry.
How to land this job
Position your resume to showcase leadership in managing medium-to-large scale programs, emphasizing your ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and achieve strategic business goals across departments or regions.
Highlight experience in risk management, mitigation strategies, and vendor relationship management, particularly your skills in contract negotiations and ensuring service level agreements are met.
Emphasize your expertise in change management, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration to demonstrate your ability to drive program success and organizational alignment.
Apply through multiple channels including Kaiser Permanente's official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach.
Connect with current program managers or leaders within Kaiser Permanente's program management or operations divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by commenting on recent company initiatives or asking about their experiences managing complex programs at Kaiser, or referencing shared professional interests in healthcare program management.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'program management,' 'risk assessment,' 'change management,' 'financial acumen,' 'stakeholder engagement,' and 'vendor negotiation' to ensure it passes automated screenings effectively.
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