Kaiser Permanente-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Senior
Oakland, CA
Ambulatory Health Care Services

Leading as one, the Emerging Markets Physician Leader will collaborate closely with the Emerging Markets President and Health Plan Leader to ensure that the health and healthcare needs of members and patients in a new integrated care and coverage market are met through joint oversight for critical functions inclusive of access, quality, service, and affordability. The Emerging Markets Physician Leader will report to the CEO of KPMF. This Emerging Markets Physician Leader will work collaboratively with various stakeholders to implement governance structures that establish norms, enhance the quality of care, optimize resource utilization, and foster a collaborative, trust-based culture among the physician and advanced practice provider workforce. The Emerging Markets Physician Leader is also responsible for ensuring the integrity and alignment of clinical practices with KP's Ambulatory Strategy and industry standards to achieve the highest experience for members.

  • Develop a new KP physician organization and implement strategic recruitment initiatives to attract top-tier physicians and other clinical talent that aligns with KP's mission and values.
  • Collaborate with KP Medical Foundation human resources and departmental leaders to create a comprehensive onboarding process that integrates new clinicians into the organizational culture.
  • Foster a sustained, engaged, and committed physician and APP workforce by promoting professional development opportunities, mentorship programs, and a supportive work environment.
  • Conduct regular assessments of workforce needs with the KP Medical Foundation and implement strategies to address gaps in physician and APP staffing, services and expertise.
  • Lead the development and maintenance of partnerships with key strategic partners.
  • Establish robust governance structures to facilitate collaboration and accountability among partners.
  • Ensure compliance with KP Medical Foundation standards by establishing and monitoring quality metrics and performance indicators.
  • Lead initiatives to improve clinical outcomes, patient safety, and overall quality of care through evidence-based practices and continuous quality improvement processes.
  • Collaborate with clinical teams to develop and implement best practices and protocols that enhance patient care and align with organizational goals.
  • Conduct regular reviews of clinical performance data and implement corrective actions as necessary to address areas of concern.
  • Lead achievement of clinical goals that drive the business case performance e.g., utilization management, care management, member satisfaction, member access.
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve service delivery across all care settings, focusing on member engagement and satisfaction.
  • Utilize patient feedback and satisfaction surveys to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted interventions.
  • Oversee utilization management processes to optimize healthcare resource use while maintaining high-quality care standards.
  • Analyze utilization data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and areas of potential cost savings.
  • Ensure adequate infrastructure (providers, staff, information systems, administrative capability, external networking) to meet operational goals.
  • Collaborate with contract management teams to define member outcomes and performance metrics in professional services contracts.
  • Monitor the delivery of professional services to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and quality standards.
  • Minimum ten (10) years related experience.
  • Minimum seven (7) years of experience of which is directly related to leadership in the medical/health care field.
  • MD or DO.
  • Completion of approved residency program.
  • Kaiser Permanente experience is strongly preferred.
  • Master's degree (MA) or equivalent preferred.
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