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Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

We are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager to support complex, high-impact initiatives within Anesthesiology and Perioperative Services. This role will lead a diverse portfolio of projects spanning quality improvement, clinical operations, workflow optimization, and facility/construction initiatives in a dynamic healthcare environment.

The Project Manager will partner closely with clinical, operational, and administrative leaders to drive measurable improvements in patient safety, efficiency, and care delivery. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to navigate ambiguity, and the confidence to lead initiatives across multidisciplinary teams.

Why This Role Matters:

This position plays a critical role in advancing patient safety, improving care delivery, and supporting innovation across perioperative services. You will help drive initiatives that directly impact patient outcomes, provider workflows, and the overall performance of a high-acuity clinical environment.

• Lead end-to-end project management for multiple concurrent initiatives, from intake and planning through execution, implementation, and sustainment

• Partner with physicians, nursing, and operational leaders to translate strategic priorities into actionable project plans

• Develop and manage project charters, timelines, milestones, and deliverables

• Identify risks, barriers, and dependencies, and proactively develop mitigation strategies

• Drive quality improvement initiatives using structured methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, PDSA, FMEA, etc.)

• Analyze data and performance metrics to inform decision-making and measure outcomes

• Facilitate meetings, working groups, and stakeholder engagement across all levels of the organization

• Support operational improvements across perioperative workflows (pre-op, intra-op, PACU)

• Contribute to construction and facility-related projects, including workflow design and activation planning

• Develop clear, concise communication materials for leadership, committees, and frontline staff

• Ensure alignment with regulatory, safety, and institutional standards

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple concurrent, multi-phase projects

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into action

• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including clinical stakeholders

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse audiences

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively in ambiguity

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

• Candidates should have knowledge of UM policies and procedures.

Senior Level Required Qualification:

• 5+ years of project management experience in healthcare or a similar complex environment

Intermediate Level Required Qualification:

• 2-4 years of project management experience in healthcare or a similar complex environment

Experience in perioperative, anesthesia, or hospital operations

Familiarity with Epic (e.g., OpTime, Anesthesia) or other healthcare IT systems

Experience with quality improvement and process improvement methodologies

PMP certification or equivalent

Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau)

What You'll Bring:

A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Ability to build trust and credibility with clinical and operational leaders

Comfort navigating complex systems and driving change

A commitment to improving patient care and operational excellence

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.