Government Regulatory Communications Associate Project Manager
Boise,ID
Summary
Accomplished project manager offering expertise in process improvement and organizational change management. Operates efficiently and creatively in fast-paced environments. Gathers and interprets project requirements to define scope and milestones.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Project Manager
PacificSource Health Plans
Boise, ID
10.2020 - Current
Escalated incidents to next level to remain compliant with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' (CMS) standards and procedures.
Monitored and tracked project metrics and documented project progress to fulfill project requirements and establish traceability.
Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
Mapped and analyzed 90% of business process and performance for improvement and alignment with organizational goals.
Strengthened vendor relationships and facilitated meetings between IT and print vendor to support data mapping activities and address barriers.
Developed and verified build of material for CMS-regulated member-facing enrollment communications.
Program Specialist Lead, Training
Idaho Transportation Department
Boise, ID
12.2017 - 10.2020
Managed development and delivery of curriculum for three state-wide training initiatives to support introduction of new primary software systems, programs, and processes.
Documented project requirements, created project schedules, elicited and mitigated project risks, and managed stakeholder communications.
Quickly adapted training plans for client needs, keeping timelines, budgets and desires in mind.
Developed and deepened productive community relationships to assist with defining requirements, executing plans, and strengthening leadership.
Spearheaded implementation of program rules, frameworks and toolkits to facilitate smooth change management process.
Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness.
Evaluated program operations, successes and deficiencies to identify concerns and recommend strategies to enhance processes and elevate results.
Account Manager and Project Coordinator
HealthInsight
Reno, NV
07.2014 - 05.2017
Managed accounts for Reno's two largest hospital systems.
Managed provider communications for recruitment and implementation of project ATOP (Admissions Transitions Optimization Program), a multi-state Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation grant.
Recruited and onboarded hospital systems and local providers to HealtHIE Nevada Health Information Exchange and quality improvement measures to meet government-regulated Quality Payment Program (QPP) requirements.
Developed and managed online curricula for providers.
Documented and tracked account activities using Microsoft Dynamics CRM.
Program Coordinator
University Of Oregon Continuing Education
Portland, OR
09.2006 - 07.2013
Coordinated adult noncredit educational programs for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute through the University of Oregon in Portland.
Developed and organized routine and special programming by factoring in slot timing, demographics and other important parameters.
Pitched and built new programming strategies and one-off feature shows to boost audience interests and diversify offerings.
Established and strengthened community partnerships for increased program visibility and partnerships.
Scheduled and supervised member meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
Reserved classrooms and meeting rooms across campus for program activities.