Job Description:
** If you are interested in applying for this role, please email your resume to Maddie Watt at mwatt@apexsystems.com **
Job Title: Project Manager – PIMS Implementation
Location: Remote
Client Type: Veterinary
Contract Duration: 8 months – potential to extend or convert to full-time
Rate: up to $75/hr.
Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join the Practice Information Management System (PIMS) Program to lead us in the successful execution of workstreams and projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you will oversee complex projects from inception to completion. Your focus will be on ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
Roles and Responsibilities:
· Manage every aspect of a project from initiation to closure, including defining objectives, analyzing needs, planning and implementation, risk assessment, operationalizing solutions, determining, and documenting project benefits, developing project plans, and project status communication.
· Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
· Develop and maintain a detailed project plan using the Monday.com project management software and tools, to include documenting timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
· Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues through regular risk assessments and contingency planning.
· Facilitate clear and consistent communication with all project stakeholders.
· Monitor project progress and track deadlines and milestones.
· Report project status to stakeholders regularly and address any concerns.
· Prepare presentations for the Executive Steering Committee.
· Maintain comprehensive documentation of the entire project.
· Lead regular meetings to determine project progress, roadblocks, challenges, etc., and identify solutions and next steps.
· Review project deliverables for quality standard adherence.
Skills/Requirements
· 5+ years of project management work experience.
· Previous experience in implementing Practice Management Information Systems (PIMS), preferably in the veterinary industry
· Exceptional leadership, communication (written, verbal and presentation) and interpersonal skills.
· Working knowledge of various project management methodologies (Waterfall/Agile).
· Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
· Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
· Strategic thinking and leadership are crucial in driving project success and aligning them with our business goals.
· Demonstrated blend of business, IT, and financial skills.
· Experience in leading change initiatives and managing organizational change.
· Attention to detail.
· Proficient with Office 365.
Preferred Requirements:
· PMP and/or Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certificate is preferred but not required.
· Working knowledge of Monday.com
· Prior veterinary industry experience
EEO Employer
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
