Manager - Organizational Change - Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine

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Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (XOCOM) is accepting applications for the position of Organizational Change Manager. This job leads strategic program efforts for the organization by effectively managing a set of strategic initiatives, leveraging project management, quality improvement, design/systems thinking, operational excellence, business process reengineering, change management, and process improvement core capabilities. Interfaces directly with executive team to drive program strategy and to efficiently achieve project objectives. Leads multidisciplinary teams to meet or exceed targeted goals through expert level program management. XOCOM is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with individuals / students from diverse backgrounds, minimizing barriers, and increasing health equity.

About Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine
In February 2024, the Xavier University of Louisiana Board of Trustees and the Ochsner Health Board of Directors approved the partnership to develop the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (XOCOM). Becoming the fifth allopathic Historically Black College and University (HBCU) medical school in the country. In pursuit of a more just and humane society, XOCOM's mission is to educate and train diverse physician leaders committed to health equity, innovation and the reimagination of healthcare to improve outcomes for all through outstanding education, clinical care and research. XOCOM's vision is to unleash the power of diversity, transform medical education, and develop compassionate physician scientists who will champion inclusivity and excellence in medicine.

Xavier University of Louisiana (XULA) is a national leader in educating African American students who go on to complete medical school - a distinction the institution has held for many decades. Ochsner Health (Ochsner), Louisiana's largest, academic health system with a long track record of excellence in medical education, is committed to exceptional, patient-centered care and Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans is the tertiary and quaternary care for Louisiana and the surrounding region. As the largest physician-led clinically integrated network in the Gulf South, the Ochsner Health Network operates 46 hospitals and treated more than 1.5 million patients annually.

XULA and Ochsner have been working together since the early 1980s. Through their ongoing partnership, Ochsner and XULA have advanced healthcare equity through several programs, including a program for physician assistants that has graduated 108 students. By creating this new medical school, XOCOM is taking a big step toward improving healthcare for all the communities they serve. Together, they will train doctors who care deeply about their patients and understand the importance of diversity and high-quality medicine.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

Required - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Public Health, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or related.

Preferred - Master's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Public Health, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or related.

Work Experience

Required - 7 years' Project Management related experience

Certifications

Required - None

Preferred - Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Master Change Agent, AGILE Project Management, or Program Management Professional

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.

• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Communication abilities to communicate effectively and present information clearly and concisely in both written and verbal formats.

• Ability to approach problems from a global perspective but "zoom in" when necessary.

• Leadership skills to influence and lead during times of adversity with leaders and executives and maintain a high level of emotional intelligence.

• Computer & language skills needed to be proficient in Windows-style applications and varies software programs.

• Demonstrate sound judgement and decision making.

• Able be self-directed, work independently, set project priorities, and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with physicians, operations, and corporate divisions to drive change in ambiguous situations.

Job Duties

• Leads impactful strategic initiatives, ensuring program goals are achieved within budgetary, time, and organizational parameters.

• Leads program communication strategy though clear articulation of ideas to project team and critical interfacing with senior leaders.

• Develops program curriculum and serves as instructor for PMO training programs.

• Shapes strategic approach of programs, builds governance infrastructure, facilitates solution design, and drives execution.

• Applies project management methodologies and tools to efficiently navigate the project lifecycle.

• Leverages sponsors to plan and direct work, remove obstacles, and hold team accountable for results.

• Identifies and applies appropriate improvement science approach (DMAIC, PDSA, blend) to solve process design problems.

• Analyzes and visualizes data to provide insight and encourage action from team.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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