Details Department: Change Enablement & Organizational ReadinessSchedule: Monday - Friday, Days, flexibility required closer to implementation (evenings/weekends)Location: Will support Ascension facilities within the Pensacola, Florida area. Travel will be required to sites in those areas (up to 75%). Opportunity for more remote work prior to go-live. Temporary position with potential to end March 2027
Benefits Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

The Organizational Readiness Specialist serves as the critical liaison between system office strategy and local market execution. The system office defines the Organizational Readiness strategy, the specialist ensures the strategy is understood, adopted, and successfully implemented within each market by translating Ministry-level decisions into market-specific readiness actions. This includes assessing local impacts, preparing stakeholders, coordinating communications and training, and ensuring effective implementation across the market(s).

 

Leads stakeholder engagement and conducts change impact assessments to understand and address readiness needs in local markets to serve as a connector with Ministry-driven changes.

Reinforces system office communication strategies to ensure clarity, alignment, and awareness across impacted groups.

Converts system office training plans, materials, and delivery to enable successful adoption of new systems or processes.

Provides hypercare and floor support during rollout to guide end users and resolve issues quickly.

Facilitates alignment between system office, change leaders, and local teams to ensure feedback flows both ways and deployment is consistent, effective, and timely.

Requirements

Education:

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences Additional Preferences:2-5 years+ of change management experience is strongly preferred.2-5 years of human resources and oracle experience is strongly preferred.Experience working with varying levels of leadership across a large, matrix organization.Strong communication skills.Knowledge of training and implementations.
Why Join Our Team

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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