Operations Associate – Value-Based Platform

Risant Health•Washington, DC

21d•$135,000 - $148,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Risant Health Value-Based Care Platform empowers communities to engage with value-based care by delivering simple, equitable, and evidence-based solutions across diverse healthcare settings. It supports clinicians and consumers alike through intuitive tools that align incentives and improve health outcomes. The platform’s core function is to unify multi-payer, multi-provider environments under a shared commitment to better care experiences and results. The VBP Operations Associate supports the success of Risant Health’s Value-Based Care Platform by managing project plans, coordinating resources, and ensuring timely execution of key initiatives. This role enhances operational efficiency through cross-functional collaboration, issue resolution, and effective communication. Reporting to the VBP Strategy & Operations Lead, the associate plays a vital role in aligning day-to-day operations with strategic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
Three (3) years of experience in business operations, with a proven track record of managing projects and driving operational efficiency, preferably in a startup environment.
Experience working in healthcare, with familiarity in provider and/or payer operations, particularly back- and middle-office functions.
Understanding of core corporate services such as HR, finance, and IT, and the ability to effectively leverage these functions to support operational goals.

Nice To Haves

Preferred exposure to value-based care programs.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to develop and manage project plans, coordinate resources, and ensure timely execution of initiatives.
Skilled in building dynamic financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis; proficient in translating complex data into actionable insights using Excel, PowerPoint, and other analytical tools to drive strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day activities of the Risant Health VBP function by coordinating with internal teams, Kaiser Permanente, other Risant Health organizations, and external vendors to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
Develop, manage, and execute project plans for VBP initiatives, including tool launches and event preparation. Track progress, adjust timelines as needed, and maintain tools like trackers and scorecards to measure success.
Act as a flexible team member by supporting various operational tasks, resolving issues, and facilitating effective communication across teams.
This role does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.