Program Coordinator IV, Quality & Patient Safety

Sutter Health

. Implement strategic priority projects to achieve high levels of quality, access, and affordability .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeEmeryville • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40 - $60 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including the ability to lead complex projects, cultivate stakeholder relationships, and communicate effectively across all organizational levels. Proficient in utilizing project management tools and methodologies to enhance organizational performance in healthcare operations.

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Project ManagementLeadership SkillsHealthcare Operations ExpertiseAnalytical SkillsStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsProblem SolvingPresentation DevelopmentOperational ThinkingDetail-OrientedMicrosoft Suite Proficiency

Soft Skills

LeadershipCustomer Service FocusCollaborative Working StyleEffective CommunicationSelf-Directed

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsSpreadsheet ApplicationsWord Processing ApplicationsPresentation Applications

Industry Keywords

Healthcare AdministrationPublic HealthStakeholder NetworksOrganizational PerformanceService Lines Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement strategic priority projects to achieve high levels of quality, access, and affordability
Use established project management tools and processes to improve organizational performance
Provide leadership, coaching, consulting, and facilitation to project teams
Manage multiple medium-sized projects and/or 1–3 large, highly complex projects
Coordinate projects crossing multiple service lines and/or regions
Manage work teams, deliverables, milestones, and critical paths
Coordinate project-oriented work efforts
Provide status reporting and maintain project stability through completion

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Administration, Health Administration, Public Health or related field, or equivalent experience in lieu of the required degree or diploma
4 years recent relevant experience
Conceptual, analytical, and negotiation skills
Ability to solve complex problems and develop actionable recommendations
Leadership skills for managing large complex projects
Ability to lead and facilitate teams
Customer service focus
Ability to cultivate stakeholder networks and gain trust and respect from senior leaders
Operational thinking and healthcare operations expertise desired
Detail-oriented, self-directed, and able to work autonomously
Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively at all organizational levels
Ability to develop, create, and deliver presentations
Ability to continuously learn and improve understanding of project methodology and tools
Proficiency in spreadsheet, word processing, project management, and presentation applications; Microsoft suite preferred
Verbal and written communication skills, including tact, diplomacy, and adaptability
Organizational skills to manage multiple projects and conflicting priorities in a rapidly changing environment
Collaborative working style and ability to develop productive relationships with stakeholders and project resources

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Base pay is part of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program
Regular employee status
Full-time schedule, Monday–Friday, day shift
No weekend requirements