Project Manager IV – Operational Excellence

Sutter Health

Project Manager overseeing complex projects and program management for operational excellence at Sutter Health. Leading cross-functional teams and implementing improvement methodologies in healthcare environments.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeSacramento • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $129,188 - $193,793 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, organizing, and overseeing complex projects in healthcare environments. Proficient in continuous improvement methodologies and effective communication to lead cross-functional teams and achieve operational excellence.

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Project ManagementContinuous Improvement MethodologiesHealthcare Delivery KnowledgeLeadership of Cross-Functional TeamsAnalytical and Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Project Work Plan DevelopmentRisk Management PlanningWorkflow Process RedesignMetric DevelopmentReturn on Investment AnalysisLean MethodologySix SigmaKaizenA3 Problem SolvingProject Management Tools

Soft Skills

Influence and PersuasionNegotiation SkillsCustomer Service FocusDetail OrientedSelf-Directed

Tools & Technologies

Spreadsheet ApplicationsWord Processing ApplicationsProject Management ApplicationsPresentation Applications

Industry Keywords

Operational ExcellenceSystem IntegrationQuality ImprovementHealthcare EnvironmentsStakeholder Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plans, organizes, monitors, and oversees highly complex projects and project portfolios in support of operational excellence and system integration.
Responsible for project work plan development, the establishment of project communication and risk management plans, workflow process redesign, metric development, and return on investment analysis.
Provides leadership to cross-functional teams, including overseeing the work of other project manager(s) and project coordinator(s) and providing coaching and mentorship.
Performs independently under broad policy guidelines and exercises expert authority over assigned projects.
Identifies and escalates issues to project sponsors/owners.
Uses project management tools and standards as outlined by Sutter Health and the project management institute to ensure projects stay on track to complete deliverables and project integration with other initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Rapid Improvement Events/RITs, A3 problem solving, or similar) and their practical application in complex healthcare environments.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
8 years recent relevant experience.
Project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities/projects simultaneously and meet tight, often conflicting deadlines.
Thorough knowledge of health care delivery and quality improvement.
Requires the ability to manage large and diverse teams to deliver results within specified timeframes.
Ability to gain cooperation and support through effective use of influence and persuasion.
Conceptual, analytical and negotiation skills are necessary, along with skills in solving complex problems and developing actionable recommendations.
Must be able to maintain an organized approach, clarity of purpose, and goal orientation in a rapidly changing environment involving multiple stakeholders of various levels from throughout the organization.
Must be detail oriented, self-directed, and able to work autonomously with minimal supervision/intervention.
Must demonstrate a customer service focus in all decisions and actions.
Must demonstrate ability to cultivate a network within Sutter Health to gain support from senior leaders towards achieving organizational goals.
Proficiency in spreadsheet, word processing, project management, and presentation applications.
Exceptional verbal/ written communications and presentation skills to achieve desired outcomes.

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