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Director of Population HealthHealthOp Solutions • Scottsdale, AZ, US
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Director of Population Health

Director of Population Health

HealthOp Solutions • Scottsdale, AZ, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring : Director of Population Health

Location : Scottsdale, Arizona

Schedule : Regular Working Hours (Monday–Friday)

Compensation : $125,000 – $145,000 annually (DOE)

About the Organization

A growing Arizona-based medical group with over 30 care locations and more than 130 providers is seeking a Director of Population Health to support its statewide patient base of 200,000+. The organization is committed to helping communities “Live Better, Live Longer” through personalized, prevention-focused healthcare.

Position Summary

The Director of Population Health (also functioning as the Director of Value-Based Care) is responsible for leading strategic initiatives that strengthen patient outcomes, improve care coordination, and advance performance across value-based contracts. This leader oversees three key operational divisions :

  • Risk Stratification
  • Quality Gap Closure
  • Population Health Management

The Director is accountable for operational integration, performance improvement, and strategic execution across all assigned populations and value-based arrangements. Success in this role requires close alignment with clinical leadership, data analytics teams, and executive stakeholders to drive measurable quality and financial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the organization’s value-based care strategy across all risk-bearing contracts and population health programs.
  • Ensure value-based initiatives meet targeted financial and quality performance goals.
  • Provide regular updates to executive leadership, including the CMO and CEO, to inform decisions and drive clinical quality improvement.
  • Oversee high-risk patient management, transitions of care, and care coordination workflows to support optimal outcomes.
  • Integrate clinical quality operations, analytics, and technology platforms to enhance program effectiveness.
  • Review and adjust program strategies to meet evolving payer requirements and organizational financial goals.
  • Collaborate with operations, marketing, business development, and payer partners to support membership growth and attribution strategies.
  • Build and maintain strong external relationships with payers, provider networks, and specialty groups to advance shared value-based goals.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing value-based care team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and ongoing professional development.
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of value-based contract terms, HEDIS measures, HCC coding, risk-adjustment methodologies, incentive frameworks, and payer portal functionalities.

    • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare, ideally involving value-based care or accountable care organizations.
  • Demonstrated success leading Population Health and Value-Based Care initiatives within physician practice or multi-site healthcare settings.
  • Strong leadership and influence skills with the ability to work effectively across organizational levels.
  • Deep understanding of healthcare regulations, reimbursement models, and industry trends.
  • Experience overseeing a P&L or managing large-scale initiatives or departmental budgets.
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records, healthcare data, analytics, and reporting systems.

    • Why Join Our Team?

  • Significant growth and advancement opportunities
  • Leadership support and mentorship
  • Resources to promote career development
  • Positive and team-oriented work environment
  • Employee engagement activities and events
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid holidays
  • Supportive, collaborative organizational culture

    • If you meet all of our criteria and would like to be considered, please apply with your most updated Resume / CV. Cover letter and references are preferred but optional. We look forward to meeting you!

    Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field required
  • 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare
  • Experience overseeing a P&L or managing large-scale initiatives or departmental budgets
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records, healthcare data, analytics, and reporting systems.
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