Project Manager (on-site)

Mercy Community Healthcare has an opening for a Project Manager in Franklin, TN (This is not a remote position). We are looking for enthusiastic people with a passion for making a difference in the lives of those we serve in our community. The Project Manager manages all aspects of a grant initiative to expand access to women's health and nutrition services in rural communities served by Mercy Community Healthcare. The manager coordinates the implementation of new Obstetric-Gynecology and Nutrition services, manages project budgets and timelines, ensures grant compliance and reporting, oversees recruitment and onboarding of new clinical and support staff, and collaborates with external partners and rural clinic locations. This is a grant-funded, time-limited position focused on launching and establishing sustainable new service lines.Mercy's Mission: The mission of Mercy Community Healthcare is to reflect the love and compassion of Jesus Christ by providing excellent healthcare to ALL and support to their families. We provide care to the uninsured, underinsured and insured through pediatric and adult primary care, mental and behavioral health services, and care coordination.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage comprehensive project plans including goals, objectives, timelines, deliverables, milestones, resource needs, and budget allocations for OBGYN and nutrition services expansionEnsure compliance with all grant requirements, regulations, and reporting standards; maintain grant documentation and audit trailsManage grant budgets including tracking expenditures, reconciling spending against approved budgets, preparing budget reports, and processing reimbursement requestsPrepare and submit required grant reports, progress reports, and deliverables to funding agencies on established timelinesCoordinate infrastructure planning and implementation including facility assessments, equipment procurement, IT systems setup, and operational readiness at rural clinic sitesEstablish service protocols and clinical workflows for new OBGYN and nutrition programs in alignment with Mercy standards and evidence-based practicesIdentify and engage external partners and stakeholders including rural clinics, community health centers, local health departments, hospitals, and community organizationsDevelop and execute community engagement strategies to promote new services and increase awareness and utilization in rural target communitiesMonitor and evaluate project outcomes, quality metrics, patient volume, provider productivity, and program effectiveness against established goalsFacilitate regular project team meetings and communication to coordinate activities across clinical, administrative, and operational functionsManage project risks and issues; develop and implement mitigation strategies as neededCoordinate grant-required training, technical assistance, and professional development for project staffMaintain detailed project documentation, records, and knowledge transfer materialsReport project status, progress, challenges, and recommendations to CMO and organizational leadershipSupport organizational sustainability planning to ensure continuation of services beyond grant periodOther duties as assigned as required by supervisorRequired Minimum Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution in business administration, healthcare management, public health, or related field.Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional experience in project management, healthcare operations, program management, or grant management; experience managing federal grants or healthcare expansion projects preferred.Functional Competencies: Excellent project management skills including planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to lead and collaborate with diverse stakeholders internally and externally; Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet deadlines; Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to use data to inform decision-making; Proficient Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management software skills; Knowledge of healthcare delivery systems, FQHC operations, and rural health challenges; Understanding of grant compliance, reporting requirements, and grant management best practices; Ability to work independently and take initiative; self-motivated and results-oriented; Commitment to health equity and community-centered approaches in healthcare delivery. #J-18808-Ljbffr