Shannon Kolar
Cranberry Twp.,PA
Summary
Highly organized professional with a proven track record of successfully handling projects in demanding environments. Quick to learn new applications and adapt to change, consistently delivering exceptional results. Skilled in mentoring and leading team members, fostering a collaborative and empowering work culture. Known for building and maintaining strong relationships with diverse stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Project Manager
Oracle
02.2021 - Current
- Function as the solution owner, providing in-depth solution knowledge and oversight to project teams
- Mentor 9+ team members to help them learn and grow in their roles
- Manage complex client and project team escalations due to resources, product issues or new feature requests and ensured the result was a successful project with a satisfied client.
- Managed 4 cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Led the development of comprehensive project plans, incorporating scope definition, risk mitigation strategies, and budgeting considerations for 10+ project types.
Senior Project Manager
Oracle (formerly Cerner/Siemens)
02.2015 - 02.2021
- Served as the Subject Matter Expert for the implementation team of a Provider Portal including documentation ownership, and supporting the project management team on processes followed across 10+ project types within the solution
- Improved project delivery speed by twenty percent by collaborating with nine cross functional teams to improve efficiency and improve project tracking tool use
- Guided thirty-one clients with complex data flows on strategic initiatives, confirming project deliverables were on time and value delivered to the client as committed
- Partnered with client leadership and internal sales teams on twenty-five+ engagement opportunities and aided with ensuring contract approvals.
Project Manager
Oracle (formerly Cerner/Siemens)
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Managed the day-to-day activities of 35 successful projects during the year, with a ninety-five% client satisfaction rate
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Consultant
Oracle (formerly Cerner/Siemens)
12.2013 - 08.2014
- Built and configured 28 Provider and Patient Portals to meet customer needs and requirements
- Lead customers through all marketing, branding and workflow decisions to meet government regulatory requirements and customer needs
Implementation Consultant
EHR Evolution
02.2012 - 12.2013
- Brought live Electronic Health Record and Stimulus Set implementations and system configurations to 15 clients on time and within budget
- Created and supplied 11 educational events on Meaningful Use to Healthcare providers and administrative staff
System Analyst
West Penn Allegheny Health Systems
06.2011 - 02.2012
- Configured sites and users on Allscripts Enterprise EHR within a large Healthcare Organization
- Lead Analyst for configuration of the Stimulus Set and all other Meaningful Use components
- Created and supplied training on Meaningful Use, Stimulus Set and PQRS to EHR Trainers and Physician Champions
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology Project Management
Robert Morris University
Moon Township, PABachelor of Science - Health Systems Management
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Capacity Planning
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Program Management
- Interoperability
- Team Leadership
- Complex Problem-Solving
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Accomplishments
- Completed the Oracle Leadership Development Program
- Selected for the Oracle Drive Leadership Program
- Recipient of the Oracle Standing Ovation Award
Timeline
Lead Project Manager
Oracle
02.2021 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Oracle (formerly Cerner/Siemens)
02.2015 - 02.2021
Project Manager
Oracle (formerly Cerner/Siemens)
08.2014 - 02.2015
Consultant
Oracle (formerly Cerner/Siemens)
12.2013 - 08.2014
Implementation Consultant
EHR Evolution
02.2012 - 12.2013
System Analyst
West Penn Allegheny Health Systems
06.2011 - 02.2012
Master of Science - Information Technology Project Management
Robert Morris University
Bachelor of Science - Health Systems Management
Duquesne University
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Similar Profiles
Nathaniel HOWARDNathaniel HOWARD
Sales Development Representative at OracleSales Development Representative at Oracle
Prerna Kumari SinghPrerna Kumari Singh
Oracle Consultant at OracleOracle Consultant at Oracle
BRANDON HAYESBRANDON HAYES
System Analyst II at OracleSystem Analyst II at Oracle