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About Us: A division within the Department of Emergency Medicine, the Center for Disaster Medicine (CDM) (https://www.massgeneral.org/disaster-medicine) houses numerous grant-funded programs that focus on Disaster Medicine, Healthcare Preparedness and Emergency Management, and High Consequence Infectious Diseases (HCID). The CDM team is comprised of interdisciplinary subject matter experts, including national and international experts in their fields, leading the development of preparedness programs and resources to meet current and future healthcare challenges. We foster a culture of inclusion and support, where team members are empowered to contribute authentically and collaborate as a unified, high-performing group.
About You:
You are a project manager with a strong foundation in project and program development and a keen interest in HCID and healthcare preparedness. Organized and adaptable, you thrive in dynamic environments and are energized by contributing to a nationally recognized, high-performing healthcare preparedness team. Your communication skills—both written and interpersonal—are exceptional, and you excel at building trust and momentum across diverse partner groups. You’re a fast learner who enjoys juggling complex priorities and driving projects forward with precision and purpose.
About the Work:
Under the direction of the Professional Development Specialist, the Project Manager plays a key role in advancing training, education, and operational readiness for HCIDs within the Regional Emerging Special Pathogens Treatment Center (RESPTC) and Special Pathogens Unit at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). This position supports the planning, coordination, and execution of education and training initiatives for the MGH Biothreats Response Team and the broader Special Pathogens Program. This position is grant-funded and is contingent on continued availability of these funds.
In addition to providing administrative and project management support, the Project Manager contributes to programmatic development, team engagement, and continuous improvement efforts. This includes supporting strategic initiatives, fostering collaborative team dynamics, and identifying opportunities for program growth and innovation. The Project Manager also helps ensure the operational readiness of the RESPTC, including the maintenance and availability of personal protective equipment (PPE), supply management, and the preparedness of HCID-designated care spaces across the Emergency Department, Biocontainment Unit, and Special Pathogens Units.
Qualifications
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Project Management& OperationalResponsibilities
Actively involved in theRESPTC project management design, development, and implementation while ensuring key initiatives and grant deliverables are completed on time.
Leadsbiothreats project management plans and activities to ensuretimelycompletion of deliverables.Identifiespotential barriers to completion of team member assignments andintervenesto ensure project timelines are met.
Supports the development and implementation of a robust internal training program tomaintainour capabilities as the RESPTC and as a frontline facility
Supports thepreparation ofcontent that is reflective of the best evidenceavailableand which is consistent with department and organizational policy
Supportsthe planning and implementation of internal trainings, exercises, and associated documentation
Support the overall readiness of the RESPTC
MaintainAV communication systems used in the Biocontainment Unit
Maintain and ensure the availability ofappropriate PPEand supplies for response
Support updates to policies and procedures for the RESPTC
Build and/or sustain relationships with key departmentssuch as Infection Control, the Emergency Department, Buildings and Grounds, and Materials Management.
Participates in the development ofafter-actionreports and continuous improvement plans following internalRESPTC and Special Pathogens Programtrainings and exercises.
Supportsmultiple aspects withintheRESPTCprogramand CDMand assumes responsibilityfor allassignedprojects simultaneously.
Attendsall relevantmeetings; contributes ideas andmonitorsthe planning processasrequired
Escalatesidentifieddelays and/or challenges with specific projects as necessary to ensure steps towards remediation are taken.
Prepares and contributes to programmatic reports, as assigned.
Response Operations
Serves as a PPE Manager and providesadditionaltechnical support during activations of the RESPTC.
Oversees the management of supplies and equipment to support RESPTC program response operations as it pertains tobiothreatssupplies and equipment.
Supportsappropriateinternalafter-action follow-up and process improvementpost-response foranyactivationsof the RESPTC.
Human Resource Management
Supports the Professional Development Specialist withtherecruitment ofBiothreats Response Team members
Participates in team training and support of all team personnel
Collaborateswith the Professional Development Specialist to ensureteam member competencies are up to dateand track evaluation
Supports compliance with national patient safety goals, accrediting agency standards, and quality initiatives
Additional Job Description
Skills and Competencies Required
Proven working experience in project management in a complex, multidisciplinary environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong leadership skills, interpersonal skills, consensus building skills
Familiarity with project management/task tracking software
Maturity and operational problem solving/decision making experience
Ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders and able to achieve results and meet deadlines
Attention to detail and creation of exceptional work products
Solid working knowledge and skills of/with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Excel
Familiarity with/experience in Emergency Preparedness orhospital operationspreferred.
Completion of ICS/NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800 courses, before or upon hire.
Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Project management experience 2-3 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
- Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear and engaging manner.
- Proficiency in project management software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Working Conditions
This position will be hybrid innatureand the incumbent will work with their supervisor toestablisha final schedule; however, candidates shouldanticipatebeing on campus 3 days per week.
May berequiredto travel to offsite facilitiesand to attend meetings outside of regularly scheduled hours,as needed.
May berequiredto report to the hospital or offsite locations outside of normal business hours to respond to events that require emergency support
Must be available by pager/cell phone outside of normal business hours during assigned on-call shifts.
May berequiredto work extended shifts for multiple periods during emergency events.
Physical Requirements
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
125 Nashua Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$63,648.00 - $90,750.40/Annual
Grade
6At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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