Project Manager

Job Summary

The Program Manager – Senior will serve as the overall lead for the National Teleradiology Program (NTP) assessment, responsible for delivering a comprehensive evaluation and future-state operating model across clinical, operational, financial, and technical domains. This individual will act as the primary interface with VA leadership, ensuring all deliverables are completed on time, meet quality standards, and align with VHA mission and priorities.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end program execution for the NTP assessment

Serve as primary point of contact with VA stakeholders (CO, COR, program leadership)

Oversee development of:

Workforce and staffing models

Financial and cost benchmarking analyses

Clinical performance and quality frameworks

Technical and imaging system assessments

Integrate inputs from multidisciplinary teams, including:

Radiology SMEs

Financial analysts

Imaging IT specialists

Ensure delivery of:

Monthly progress reports

Interim and final recommendations

Manage project schedule, risks, and quality control

Facilitate stakeholder engagement and alignment across VISNs and VA facilities

Ensure all recommendations are actionable, scalable, and implementation-ready

Minimum Qualifications

10+ years of experience in program or project management

Demonstrated experience leading large-scale healthcare or federal programs

Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams (clinical, technical, financial)

Experience delivering:

Program assessments

Operational improvement initiatives

Strategic transformation efforts

Strong background in:

Data-driven decision making and performance metrics

Program governance and reporting

Excellent communication skills with experience briefing senior government stakeholders

Master’s Degree

Desired Qualifications

Prior experience with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or VHA programs Experience with telehealth, teleradiology, or diagnostic clinical services

Knowledge of:

Radiology operations and workflows

Imaging systems (PACS, enterprise imaging)

Experience leading workforce modeling or staffing strategy initiatives

Experience with financial analysis and benchmarking in healthcare settings

Familiarity with:

VISN structure and VA healthcare delivery model

Rural healthcare delivery challenges

Certification(s) such as:

PMP (Project Management Professional)

Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt or equivalent)

About Aptive

Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. ​

We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day. ​

Founded: 2012Employees: 300+ nationwide

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.