ABOUT SOUND Headquartered in Tacoma, WA, Sound Physicians is a physician-founded and led, national, multi-specialty medical group made up of more than 1,000 business colleagues and 4,000 physicians, APPs, CRNAs, and nurses practicing in 400-plus hospitals across 45 states. Founded in 2001, and with specialties in emergency and hospital medicine, critical care, anesthesia, and telemedicine, Sound has a reputation for innovating and leading through an ever-changing healthcare landscape - with patients at the center of the universe. Sound Physicians offers a competitive benefits package inclusive of the items below, and more: * Medical insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance * Health care and dependent care flexible spending account * 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match * Paid time off (PTO) begins accruing immediately upon start date at a rate of 15 days per year, in accordance with Sound's PTO policy * Ten company-paid holidays per year ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Contract Project Manager to lead the execution of technology-enabled initiatives within the Revenue Cycle domain. This role will focus on managing cross-functional projects involving systems integration, process optimization, data acquisition and management, and operational alignment across platforms. The Project Manager will own technical workstreams within a larger initiative-developing and maintaining detailed project plans, managing resources and interdependencies, and driving project execution through deployment. The role includes identifying technical requirements, tracking key milestones, managing risks and issue resolution, and ensuring alignment across stakeholders. Close collaboration is required across Revenue Cycle, Accounting and Finance, Information Technology, and Operational teams to ensure consistent communication, accurate system integration, and alignment on outcomes. The Project Manager will serve as a bridge between technical teams and business users-translating functional needs into executable plans, facilitating solution design, and overseeing testing, training, deployment and change management. The ideal candidate brings experience managing system implementations, integrations and/or enhancements in complex healthcare or finance environments, particularly within revenue cycle operations. This individual must be technically astute, detail-oriented, and highly organized, with a demonstrated ability to manage through ambiguity, coordinate across multiple teams, and deliver high-impact results. Exceptional communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills are expected throughout the engagement. The Details: Remote. Full-time (40 hours/week) contract position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders. * Develop comprehensive project plans, including schedules, resource allocation, and budgets. * Identify and assess risks and develop mitigation strategies. * Lead and manage cross-functional teams to execute project tasks effectively. * Track progress and performance, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets. * Conduct regular status meetings and provide updates to stakeholders. * Act as the primary point of contact for project-related communications. * Prepare and present reports on project progress, challenges, and outcomes. * Manage expectations and address stakeholder concerns. * Allocate resources effectively, including personnel, tools, and materials. * Identify potential risks and implement contingency plans to minimize impacts. * Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry standards. * Conduct post-project evaluations and document lessons learned. * Deliver project outcomes to stakeholders and ensure satisfaction. VALUES * Self-motivated: Proactively jumps in to start a task or project with limited direction; asks to take on more responsibility and what's next. * Collaborative: Demonstrates the ability to work well with others to accomplish a goal and get the work done; takes opinions of others into consideration; includes others in the decision-making process * Committed: Demonstrates a dedication to the job, project, organization, customer/clients and co-workers. * Strategic thinker: Demonstrates the ability to look at the big picture and proactively develop a plan of action. * Resourceful: Proactive willingness to utilize available information and tools to figure things out. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Excellent problem solving, analytical and organizational skills * Business case development/analysis * Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentations * Ability to collaborate cross functionally * Client service oriented (both internal and external) * Able to make decisions effectively and with appropriate stakeholder input * Creative and persistent problem solver * Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment * Professional mannerisms, appearance, and executive presence * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Smartsheet * Knowledge of Process Improvement methodology; LEAN-Six Sigma for healthcare training is desirable * Knowledge of relevant state and federal healthcare regulations * Working knowledge of healthcare payment models, physician practice management, revenue cycle, payer contracting, managed care models, and Accountable Care Organization structure EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE * Bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, or a related field. * 3-5 years proven experience in managing projects, preferably in a similar industry. * PMP certification preferred. SALARY RANGE * $60 - $80 per hour. Exact pay will be determined based on candidate experience and geographic location Sound Physicians is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the bedside and in our workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This job description reflects the present requirements of the position.  As duties and responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and subject to amendment.