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.
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