The Population Health Manager is a collaborative and strategic clinical leader who supports Aledade’s value-based care goals by promoting health equity and using data-driven insights. This position concentrates on high-impact practices that are underperforming and have significant potential to improve community health by addressing equity challenges. The role leads major change management efforts, performance improvement initiatives, and the rollout of specialized programs, including those focused on Social Determinants of Health (SDOH).

This Manager is an innovative self-starter who develops new population health strategies and builds external partnerships to connect patients with needed resources. The role requires earning trust from multiple stakeholders to successfully drive strategic plans that enhance patient outcomes.

This position involves traveling to partner practices about 50% of the time to conduct detailed assessments and support change.

Primary Duties:
• Change Management and Strategic Execution:
• Create and implement strategic change management plans for complex population health initiatives.
• Work with practice leaders to identify performance challenges and develop tailored, innovative solutions.
• Lead the Gemba Walk process, performing thorough on-site evaluations and creating action plans to support practice transformation.
• Act as the primary expert for launching new population health programs across practices.
• Performance Improvement and Data Utilization:
• Analyze complex performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement in quality, engagement, and cost.
• Research public health data and community-specific obstacles that affect value-based care performance.
• Convert high-level analytics into clear, actionable recommendations for practice teams.
• Oversee the implementation of specialized SDOH solutions to address health equity at the point of care.
• Partner with local hospitals and health plans to obtain key resources for patients with limited access.
• Relationship Management and Collaboration:
• Build and sustain strategic relationships with internal teams and practice leaders to ensure smooth adoption of population health initiatives.
• Develop and deliver advanced training for practice staff on strategic workflows and the use of Aledade’s tools.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Active clinical license: RN, Pharmacist, APRN, or PA
• At least 5 years of healthcare experience with a strong background in practice management, quality improvement, or population health
• Demonstrated experience in change management and strategic program implementation; certification in PROSCI, Lean Six Sigma, or similar

Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to turn analytics into actionable insights
• Extensive knowledge of value-based care, health equity, and SDOH
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities with influence across leadership teams
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Familiarity with value-based care models such as MSSP or Medicare Advantage
• Experience using EHRs and population health tools
• Highly adaptable, results-driven, and capable of managing multiple projects independently
• Strong judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality

Physical Requirements:
• Long periods of sitting, extensive computer use, and occasional walking or lifting
• Ability to drive to partner practices; valid driver’s license required
• Ability to travel more than 50% of the time

Who We Are:
Aledade, a public benefit corporation, supports independent primary care practices—the most transformative part of healthcare. Since 2014, we have grown into the largest network of independent primary care in the U.S., helping practices deliver better patient care and succeed in value-based care. By developing value-based contracts across many health plans, we aim to move away from fee-for-service and toward a system that rewards keeping patients healthy. If you want to contribute to a healthcare system that benefits patients, practices, and society while joining a collaborative and remote-first culture, Aledade is the place for you.

What This Means for You:
At Aledade, you will join a creative team that approaches complex problems with respect, curiosity, and a commitment to learning. You will work with colleagues who bring diverse backgrounds and experiences but share a common dedication to public health and Aledade’s mission.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support overall well-being, including:
• Flexible scheduling and remote work options for many roles
• Health, dental, and vision coverage with up to 80% paid for employees, dependents, and partners
• 21 days of PTO in the first year
• Two paid volunteer days and 11 paid holidays
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Six-week paid sabbatical after six years
• Education assistance and clinical reimbursement programs
• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Stock options
• And additional benefits

Aledade celebrates and values diversity. We work to attract and retain highly qualified individuals who reflect the communities we serve. We are committed to equal opportunity employment, with decisions based solely on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of age, race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

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