Jennifer Abel
About Jennifer Abel
Jennifer Abel is a Project Manager in the Transformation Department, currently working at GoHealth Urgent Care. She has extensive experience in managing cross-functional teams and executing key initiatives, supported by a Master's degree in Social Work from Marywood University.
Work at GoHealth Urgent Care
Currently, Jennifer Abel serves as a Project Manager in the Transformation Department at GoHealth Urgent Care. In this role, she is responsible for managing internal business projects that involve cross-functional teams of subject matter experts. Her work includes communicating project portfolios to key stakeholders and senior leadership, focusing on risk mitigation strategies and quality assurance measures. She has been with GoHealth Urgent Care since 2023.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Abel holds a Master's degree in Social Work from Marywood University, where she studied from 1998 to 2000. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from West Chester University of Pennsylvania, studying there from 1993 to 1997. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in project management and stakeholder communication.
Background
Prior to her current role, Jennifer Abel worked at Salisbury/New Story Management as a Project Manager from 2018 to 2023. She also held the position of Director of Quality & Learning at Salisbury Management from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she served as Executive Director at Haven House in Allentown, PA, from 2011 to 2013, and as Vice President of Clinical Services at PAHrtners Deaf Services from 2015 to 2018.
Project Management Experience
In her project management roles, Jennifer Abel has led the overall planning, coordination, and execution of projects from inception to completion. She has worked with Joint Venture partners to execute key initiatives and strategies related to new center openings and transitions. Her experience includes implementing new processes and procedures for the creation of a Project Management Office (PMO) to enhance work standardization and governance practices.
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
Jennifer Abel utilizes exceptional communication skills to build and maintain stakeholder relationships. She ensures effective project communication and maintains the intake and prioritization process to help define projects and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Her focus on stakeholder engagement is a key aspect of her project management approach.