Program Director, West Accelerator - Brigham and Women’s Hospital

Job Description - Program Director, West Accelerator (3304002)

The Program Director, in partnership with program leadership, will lead the West Accelerator Program in collaboration with the West Health Foundation and Mass General Brigham (MGB) Health System. The West Accelerator Program will expand the Superior Treatment of sEniors Pathway (STEP) from the Center for Geriatric Surgery (CGS) at Brigham and Women’s Hospital to nine hospitals and package the learnings into a scalable national model. The role involves strategic and hands-on leadership, protocol development, and comprehensive management of program operations, financial resources, and human resources. This exciting opportunity is ideal for an individual who thrives in a highly complex, fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

1. Operations and Fiscal Management
   • Manage daily operations of the West Accelerator Program.
   • Serve as the liaison between MGB West Accelerator, the West Foundation, and consultants.
   • Collaborate with digital health and finance teams to resolve challenges.
   • Manage program timeline, budget, and resources to ensure successful implementation and integration.
2. Leadership and Collaboration
   • Act as the administrative lead, fostering a collaborative, inclusive work environment.
   • Lead and mentor the program team, supporting their professional growth.
   • Build strong relationships across the MGB network.
   • Facilitate communication and collaboration between all stakeholders, including internal and external consultants.
3. Project Management and Program Implementation
   • Work with clinical leads to design the program, ensuring alignment with the program goals.
   • Lead the development and implementation of educational and research initiatives.
   • Oversee the creation of electronic dashboards and enhancements to electronic health records (EHR).
   • Develop and maintain project plans, ensuring milestones are met and projects are delivered on time and within budget.
   • Plan and organize all internal and external meetings: sending invitations and reminders, scheduling conference rooms, preparing slides, recording minutes and action items, and providing additional follow-up as needed.
4. Communications
   • Collaborate with the Communications Specialist to ensure timely and effective communication with all stakeholders.
   • Oversee the development of internal and external communication materials, including websites, social media, newsletters, and promotional materials.
5. Supervisory Responsibility
   • Directly manage a team of 7 FTEs, including project managers, research assistants, and communications specialists.

Required Qualifications

1. A master’s degree in a health-related field required.
2. At least 7 years of experience in program leadership and project management.
3. Experience with medical and scientific research, including grant administration.
4. Proven track record in managing multidisciplinary projects and cross-functional teams.
5. Experience in setting strategies and growing program initiatives within healthcare or public health sectors.
6. Experience working within an academic institution, hospital environment, or pharmaceuticals.

Required Skills and Competencies

1. Ability to work in a matrixed healthcare environment with diverse colleagues and roles.
2. Organized, and motivated, with exceptional multitasking abilities.
3. Strong interpersonal skills to interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
4. Excellent project management skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
5. Proficiency in program development and financial management.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for a variety of professional settings.
7. Competency utilizing and presenting data to diverse stakeholders.

If you’re excited about the position but don’t meet all the qualifications listed above, please apply anyway! The Center for Geriatric Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital is committed to fostering an environment founded in principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are always looking for candidates who will bring new ideas and a fresh perspective to CGS.

BWH is an Affirmative Action 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.

Primary Location

75 Francis St

Job

Professional/Managerial

Organization

Brigham & Women's Hospital (BWH)

Schedule

Full-time

Standard Hours: 40

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Recruiting Department: Brigham & Women's Hospital