Project Manager, IKC Clinical Programs

Role Description

The Project Manager for the Office of the Chief Medical Officer (OCMO) is a strategic, cross-functional individual who partners with multiple OCMO teammates to drive Integrated Kidney Care (IKC) clinical projects, strengthen physician engagement, align stakeholders, build consistent management systems, and ensure execution of high-priority initiatives. This role focuses on the Value-Based Care programs within DaVita Integrated Kidney Care, including CMMI, Regional and National payor contracts.

This individual thrives in complexity, brings structure to ambiguity, and drives execution by building alignment and influence across physicians and field leaders. The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives in an ever-changing environment, and has strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in healthcare operations, physician engagement, or clinical strategy.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional initiatives with physicians and executive stakeholders.
• Strong communication, relationship management, and executive influence skills.
• Travel up to 20% as needed.
• Familiarity with physician practice operations, clinical quality programs, and Value-Based Care (preferred).
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel (preferred).
• Project/program management certification a plus (preferred).
• Proactive and solutions-oriented; able to manage ambiguity, build trust, and influence without direct authority.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proven track record of delivering on project goals and managing processes.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out.
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more.
• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

Company Description

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements.