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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager or Project Coordinator to lead and support healthcare claims submission and processing initiatives. This role requires strong program management skills, healthcare domain expertise, and the ability to drive process optimization across complex systems. The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator, a strategic thinker, and a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

+ Oversee the full lifecycle of healthcare claims submission and processing projects, ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.

+ Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and risk management strategies to support successful execution.

+ Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to senior leadership and stakeholders on a regular basis.

+ Analyze claims workflows to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, implementing automation and process improvements to enhance operational performance.

+ Apply both Agile and Waterfall methodologies to manage program scope and delivery effectively.

+ Engage with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients to understand needs, gather feedback, and ensure stakeholder alignment.

+ Develop and implement governance policies and procedures that meet compliance and regulatory standards.

+ Foster a culture of continuous improvement by integrating lessons learned and industry best practices into project execution.

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Healthcare Administration, Business, or a related field.

+ Minimum of 8 years of IT experience with a strong focus on SDLC, project execution, and delivery.

+ Proven experience managing healthcare-related projects, particularly in claims processing and payer-provider systems.

+ PMP certification or equivalent credential in project management.

+ Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, workflows, and compliance requirements.

+ Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or Confluence.

+ Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $65,000 – $117,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

**Benefits** : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

• 401(k) plan and contributions

• Long-term/Short-term Disability

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer:

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.