Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first
The Senior Population Health Strategy Professional is responsible for improving the quality of care and outcomes while managing costs for a defined group of people. The Senior Population Health Strategy Professional work assignments involve moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
The Senior Population Health Strategy Professional identifies health needs such as chronic diseases or disabilities, or the health needs of the underserved. Begins to influence department’s strategy. Makes decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and work is performed without direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments.
Key Responsibilities
Data Collection and Analysis:
Utilize data from various sources to identify trends, risk factors, and opportunities for equitable population health interventions.
Prepare detailed reports and visualizations to communicate findings internally and externally.
Community Engagement and Outreach (include health equity descriptions):
Conduct community outreach activities focused on health promotion, disease prevention, social drivers of health, and available resources for equitable population health.
Develop educational materials and resources tailored to the needs of diverse populations.
Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, public health agencies, and other partners.
Serve as a liaison between the organization and external stakeholders to promote collaboration and resource sharing.
Communicate effectively with team members, healthcare providers, and community partners.
Program Implementation:
Provide insights required to improve coordination of care, access to care, member utilization of healthcare system and improve overall health outcomes.
Assist in the design, development, and implementation of equitable population health programs and initiatives (health equity programs and population health programs).
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective execution of programs.
Monitor and evaluate programs, adjusting as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
Quality Improvement:
Collaborate with Quality Improvement to enhance the effectiveness of equitable population health programs and initiatives.
Use ongoing data collection and feedback to identify areas for improvement.
Collaborate with clinical teams to integrate the equitable population health framework into routine practice and approaches.
Research and Evaluation:
Stay informed about current trends, best practices, and emerging issues in population health and participate in activities to contribute to the evidence base for equitable population health.
Disseminate information, including results, from equitable population health programs and initiatives through reports, presentations, and publications.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Health (including the various concentrations, such Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Policy and Management, etc.), Nursing, Health Administration, Social Work, or other related fields.
Experience:
Skills:
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to develop effective relationships with a broad array of people internally and externally, including community partners.
Experience with program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Ability to meet deadlines in a complex and fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of healthcare systems, public health principles, and social drivers of health.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Advanced Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Advanced degree in Public Health (including the various concentrations, such as Epidemiology, Health Policy and Management, etc.), Social Work, or other related fields.
Experience:
Experience working in a managed care setting.
Experience with population health initiatives and data analysis.
Experience with community engagement and outreach.
5+ years of progressively responsible professional experience in population health, service coordination, community public health, case or care management, or coordinating care across multiple settings.
Experience working with the Medicaid population.
Additional Information
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$76,800 - $105,800 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
