What are the responsibilities and job description for the POPULATION HEALTH MANAGER position at North East Medical Services?
The Population Health Manager will lead NEMS efforts in improving the health outcomes of our diverse patient population. This role is responsible for overseeing a team of Population Health Coordinators, using data-driven strategies to address health disparities, increase preventive care measures, and support the organization's mission of equitable, high-quality care for underserved communities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Leads and mentors a team of Population Health Outreach Coordinators, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback. Fosters a collaborative and motivated team environment to drive outreach initiatives.
- Analyzes population health data to identify trends, gaps in care, and high-risk patient groups. Develops actionable insights, prepares comprehensive reports, and presents findings to executive and clinical leadership.
- Collaborates with clinical and administrative teams to develop, implement, and refine population health strategies aimed at improving chronic disease management, preventive screening rates, and patient engagement across the FQHCs patient population.
- Acts as a liaison between departments, ensuring alignment of population health initiatives with clinical operations, care coordination, and quality improvement efforts. Facilitates regular meetings and discussions to support goal alignment.
- Tracks progress on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to population health, such as screening and preventive care completion rates, and monitors outcomes to adjust strategies as necessary.
- Ensures population health activities comply with FQHC guidelines and align with federal and state regulations. Incorporates best practices in population health management and care coordination.
- Performs other job duties as required by manager/supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Nursing, or a related field (Masters preferred)
- 3-5 years of experience in population health, public health, or care coordination, preferably within an FQHC or community health setting
- Experience with data analysis and reporting; proficiency in population health management software and electronic health records (EHR) systems
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and working collaboratively across departments
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with an ability to convey complex information to various stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple projects effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of federal and state health care regulations, FQHC guidelines, and population health best practices is a plus
LANGUAGE:
- Must be able to fluently speak, read and write English.
- Bilingual in Chinese or Spanish is a plus.
STATUS:
This is an FLSA exempt position.
This is an OSHA high-risk position.
This is a full-time position.
NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
NEMS BENEFITS: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and company contribution to 401(k).
