Director of Population Health

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)•Eden Prairie, MN

2d•$120,000 - $130,000•Remote

About The Position

Join Volunteers of America National Services as the Director of Population Health. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. Volunteers of America National Services is a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization and proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree in public health, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or a related field preferred.
3 to 5 years of proven experience in population health management, particularly in a managed care setting, with a demonstrated understanding of data analytics and disease management.
Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and population health management tools.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Ability to travel is required.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Population Health, Healthcare Quality (e.g., CPHQ, CPH), or a related credential is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the VOANS Senior CommUnity Care population health strategy, with a specific focus on improving outcomes for participants.
Collaborate with Medical Directors, Clinical Leaders and Interdisciplinary Teams to define and prioritize health outcome improvements for PACE participants in each VOANS PACE Organization.
Align population health goals with organizational objectives to improve participant care, reduce utilization costs, and enhance participant satisfaction.
Utilize data analytics to assess the health needs of PACE participants, identifying trends, risk factors, and opportunities for intervention, including addressing social determinants of health (SDOH).
Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of key population health metrics, ensuring data-driven decisions by clinicians and interdisciplinary teams to improve participant outcomes.
Identify and implement technology solutions that enhance population health performance and reporting capabilities, ensuring that the tools and platforms support clinical outcomes.
Mentor and support Clinical Services Directors to foster high quality and regulatory compliant PACE Clinic, Home Care and Medication Administration.
Assist Clinical Services Directors to create seamless clinical systems with primary care providers.
Provide training, guidance, and support to clinical teams to ensure the successful implementation of clinical care strategies and initiatives.
Design, implement, and manage targeted population health programs, including chronic disease management, preventive care, and health education, ensuring these programs are tailored to the needs of PACE participants at each of the VOANS PACE Organizations.
Provide resources and tools to support VOANS PACE Organizational leadership with effective partnerships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support for participants and their families and to generate VOANS programmatic outcomes.
Collaborate with VOANS Health Plan Operations Team to assist in maintaining effective reimbursement systems and outcomes.
Collaborate with The Compliance and Performance Excellence Team to ensure that population health programs meet regulatory standards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor and evaluate the impact of population health programs on clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and utilization.