Director of Clinical Operations (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

Curana Health, Inc.•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

At Curana Health, we’re on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we’re looking for passionate people to help us do it. As a national leader in value-based care, we offer senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities a wide range of solutions (including on-site primary care services, Accountable Care Organizations, and Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans) proven to enhance health outcomes, streamline operations, and create new financial opportunities. Founded in 2021, we’ve grown quickly—now serving 200,000+ seniors in 1,500+ communities across 32 states. Our team includes more than 1,000 clinicians alongside care coordinators, analysts, operators, and professionals from all backgrounds, all working together to deliver high-quality, proactive solutions for senior living operators and those they care for. If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact on the senior healthcare landscape, you’re in the right place—and we look forward to working with you. For more information about our company, visit CuranaHealth.com. Summary The Clinical Lead, Operations & Care Delivery is a hybrid role designed to balance direct patient care and clinical leadership responsibilities. Time in this role is intentionally split between clinical rounding and administrative/operational leadership, with the exact balance adjusting based on business needs, market priorities, and patient demand. This position serves as a local clinical leader, supporting care quality, provider engagement, and operational execution while maintaining an active clinical practice. It is ideal for an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who enjoys mentoring, collaboration, and improving care delivery without stepping fully away from patient care.

Requirements

Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in applicable state(s)
Board certification as NP or PA
Active DEA (or ability to obtain)
Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical experience preferred, ideally in post-acute, long-term care, or senior living environments
Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
Comfort balancing clinical care with administrative responsibilities
This role requires travel to and from one or more assigned facilities. Depending on the amount of travel required, Curana may in future determine that a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record are required. If so, you will be provided with thirty (30) days notice of this requirement. From that time forward, please be advised that Periodic motor vehicle (MVR) checks may be conducted as a condition of, and/or for, continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in clinical leadership, mentorship, or operational collaboration strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care through on-site rounding in assigned facilities in accordance with Curana Health clinical standards
Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to medically complex senior populations
Maintain appropriate documentation, coding, and compliance with regulatory requirements
Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams, facility staff, and caregivers to coordinate care
Support quality initiatives related to outcomes, utilization, and patient experience
Serve as a local clinical leader and point of support for providers within the assigned market
Partner with operational and clinical leadership to support execution of strategic and operational initiatives
Assist with onboarding, mentoring, and day-to-day support of providers as needed
Monitor clinical workflows, identify opportunities for improvement, and help implement best practices
Support quality, compliance, and performance initiatives aligned with Curana Health goals
Act as a clinical liaison between field providers and regional leadership