Partnership Director - Primary Care Practices

Overview

Partnership Director - Primary Care Practices

Oregon, Washington, Idaho or Utah (Hybrid)

Build a career with purpose. Join our Cause to create a person-focused and economically sustainable health care system. Who We Are Looking For:

Every day, Cambia’s dedicated team is living our mission to make health care easier and lives better. As a member of the Network Management and Strategy team, the Partnership Director oversees our innovative partnerships with primary care practices – all in service of creating a person-focused health care experience.

Do you have a passion for developing meaningful partnerships? Do you excel at collaborating with internal and external stakeholders? Then this role may be the perfect fit.

What You Bring to Cambia:

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or Healthcare Administration, or a related field;
• Minimum 15 years of experience in healthcare management, with a focus on primary care and partnerships like joint venture;
• Proven track record of developing and maintaining successful partnerships with physicians, practice managers, and other stakeholders;
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a focus on innovation, quality, and customer-centricity;
• Executive presence, leadership and influence skills, and experience collaborating with complex organizations to improve their operating, financial, and strategic position;
• Expert understanding of healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Stark, and Anti-Kickback laws.

Skills and Attributes:

• Proven ability to collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders and work across highly matrixed organizations;
• Demonstrated ability to build creative strategies to achieve objectives, plan and execute complex integrated delivery of products, projects and programs;
• Experience with value-based care models, population health management, and accountable care organizations (ACOs);
• Deep knowledge of healthcare technology, including electronic health records (EHRs), practice management systems, and data analytics platforms;
• Certification in healthcare management, such as Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) or Certified Medical Practice Executive (CMPE) is highly desirable;
• Experience with financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring;
• Clinical background or experience in a healthcare setting, with a strong understanding of clinical operations and quality metrics;
• Experience in a progressive leadership role in primary care and/or multispecialty with a deep understanding of clinical operations and the ability to drive quality improvement initiatives;
• Strong decision making, complex problem solving, critical thinking, and coordination skills.

What You Will Do at Cambia:

• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with partners and joint ventures, including physicians, practice managers, and other stakeholders;
• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to primary care practice partners, ensuring alignment with Cambia's goals and objectives;
• Collaborate with Finance, clinic leadership, and the joint operating committee to provide financial oversight, including budgeting, forecasting, performance monitoring and strategic planning;
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform joint venture strategy and identify opportunities for growth and improvement;
• Collaborate with Marketing, Product, and Sales teams to design benefit plans and campaigns that drive utilization of joint venture clinics, promoting growth and revenue generation;
• Monitor quality, efficiency, and referral patterns, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing value-based payment models in partnership with clinic providers and network management teams;
• Develop and implement strategies to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction, and engagement, as well as provider satisfaction and retention;
• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies, applying this knowledge…