Senior Program Manager, Primary Care Population Health Lead at PopHealth Learning Center

Oakland, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

178000.0

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Development, Implementation, Population Health Management, Value-Based Payment, Technical Assistance Design, Curriculum Shaping, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Analysis, Primary Care Transformation, Health Equity, Policy Alignment, Learning Design, Facilitation, Critical Thinking, Change Management, Team Building

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

To Apply This search is being led by DRG Talent. We invite applications with a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications via DRG's website. Should you have questions, candidate nominations, or if you need assistance or accommodations in the application process, please contact Jessica Black at jblack@drgtalent.com More information about PopHealth Learning Center can be found at https://pophealthlearningcenter.org/. The Organization The PopHealth Learning Center (“Learning Center”) is a California Social Purpose Corporation (SPC) committed to transforming how health care is delivered and experienced across California, with a focus on low-income communities. Established to prioritize social impact over profit, the organization is grounded in a mission to bring together health care teams, insurers, and policymakers to keep communities healthy through care that works for patients, inspires providers, and lasts. The Learning Center serves as the Program Office for a statewide Medi-Cal focused practice initiative, the Equity and Practice Transformation (EPT) program, a $160 million-dollar investment in primary care transformation funded by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). The Learning Center also works with a diverse portfolio of funders and partners - including Managed Care Plans, purchasers such as Covered California, and foundations including the California Healthcare Foundation and Blue Shield Foundation of California- to build Population Health Management (PHM) capabilities, advance value-based care and improve health outcomes for Californians. We serve as a strategic partner to organizations and institutions committed to advancing health outcomes and equity. All our efforts are grounded in a shared goal: supporting a more coordinated and person-centered healthcare system that strengthens primary care and advances equitable access across California’s safety net. The Learning Center is also developing new offerings in value-based payment (VBP), convening a statewide VBP workgroup, and strengthening advanced primary care and population health models in collaboration with California stakeholder leaders, with a focus on scalable technical assistance, aligning policy with practice, and building an integrated data ecosystem that strengthens quality, accountability, and performance improvement statewide. The Position The Senior Program Manager will lead the development and implementation of population management technical assistance (TA) to support new initiatives funded by a growing set of funders and partners. This role focuses on advancing population health and population management capabilities with an eye towards value-based payment (VBP), helping primary care practices build or leverage the infrastructure, workflows, and skills needed to deliver high-value, equitable care. Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Senior Program Manager will design and deliver scalable population health management TA, working closely with managed care plans and other California stakeholder leaders to align policy, payment, and practice. The role includes shaping curriculum, guiding implementation, and supporting practices as they strengthen access, team-based care, proactive population management, integrated behavioral health, health-related social needs (HRSN) workflows, transitions of care, and in reducing readmissions and unnecessary ED visits. Required Experience and Background or What You Bring Demonstrated experience with value-based payment and alternative payment approaches, including shared savings, quality incentive programs, population-based payments, or other VBP-adjacent models. Strong understanding of how payment, policy, and incentives shape primary care delivery and population health strategy. Experience working within California’s healthcare delivery system, including familiarity with the delegated model and the roles of managed care plans, provider organizations, and intermediaries. Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale primary care of population health initiatives. Experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder efforts across funders, plans, providers, and technical assistance partners. Deep knowledge of population health management (PHM) primary care competencies, including access and continuity, team-based care, proactive population management, integrated behavioral health, and health-related social needs (HRSN). Responsibilities include: Lead the design and implementation of new primary care transformation programs, including the development of the technical assistance (TA) approach, theory of change, curriculum and learning frameworks, and management of TA partners. Design and deliver engaging, scalable learning experiences that support population management capabilities, reaching hundreds of primary care practices through cohort-based learning, applied tools, peer exchange, and coaching. Define program success and measurement approaches, partnering closely with the Learning Center’s data and analytics team to track progress, use data for continuous improvement, and support high-quality reporting and presentations to funders and stakeholders. Build and sustain trusted relationships with funders, clients, TA partners, and participating practices, and represent PHLC externally at conferences, convenings, and stakeholder meetings as a subject-matter leader in population health and primary care transformation. Ensure alignment with Medi-Cal and other statewide initiatives, connecting partners and investments to amplify impact and support statewide scale. Support organizational strategy and growth by partnering with senior leadership to design new services and offerings and develop clear, compelling communications that advance program goals. Team and Culture Building Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports professional growth and development. Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, systems, and team capacity. Provide training and guidance to teams to build organizational capacity and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Act as a cultural steward, ensuring the Learning Center’s values of equity, inclusion, and collaboration are reflected in the team’s work and interactions. Preferred Skills and Qualifications Including: 10+ years’ experience in program development, management and delivery in healthcare systems Experience in designing and executing large-scale health transformation initiatives Knowledge and application of quality improvement science to drive enhancements in processes and outcomes Demonstrated experience in population health, health equity, social impact, or purpose-driven work High level of emotional intelligence, and facilitation and influence skills Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including slide development skills Intellectual curiosity, growth mindset, and tenacity to get the job done Strong critical thinking, data analysis, and analytical skills. Master’s degree in a healthcare related field required Experience with learning management systems is preferred Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with value-based payment (VBP) and alternative payment approaches, including how payment, policy, and incentives shape primary care delivery. Experience working directly with community health centers and other safety net providers is strongly preferred. Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis. California residents are strongly preferred, but non-California US residents will be considered. Compensation & Benefits The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $180,000. The Learning Center offers a generous benefits package that reflects our commitment to team member health and wellness. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, life and disability insurances, a retirement plan, annual wellness days, and other resources designed to support the passion, commitment, and energy that is vital to our team members. The PopHealth Learning Center is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by law. Black, Indigenous, Latinx and other people of color, and LGBTQ+ people are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the application process. Please advise in writing of special needs at the time of application.

Responsibilities

The Senior Program Manager will lead the design and implementation of population management technical assistance to support new initiatives, focusing on advancing population health capabilities with an eye towards value-based payment for primary care practices. This includes shaping curriculum, guiding implementation, and supporting practices in strengthening care delivery across various domains like access, team-based care, and behavioral health integration.