Manager, Government Programs
Description
Company: Oak Street Health
Title: Manager - Government Programs
Location: Chicago (Partial WFH)
Oak Street Health is a rapidly growing company of primary care centers for adults on Medicare in medically-underserved communities where there is little to no quality healthcare. Oak Street’s care is based on an entirely new model that is based on value for its patients, not on volume of services. The company is accountable for its patients’ health, spending more than twice as long with its patients and taking on the risks and costs of their care. For more information, visit http://www.oakstreethealth.com.
Role Description
This role will serve as lead for government programs in which Oak Street participates, such as the Medicare Shared Savings and Direct Contract Programs. This individual will work cross-functionally and serve as the key liaison with both Field and Corporate teams on all strategic and operational matters concerning these programs. This is a fast-paced, high-visibility role to ensure Oak Street’s successful participation in these programs and enable more program beneficiaries to access care at Oak Street.
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day strategic and operational leadership for Direct Contracting, Medicare Shared Savings, and future innovative payment models
Own policy review and offer subject matter expertise to Oak Street teams with regards to new value-based programs and payment models
Support Oak Street departments with implementing related initiatives
Inform and empower Oak Street teams and executives through regular communication and program updates
Plan and facilitate meetings with relevant stakeholders and governing bodies
Take ownership of programmatic milestones, deadlines, and reporting with government agencies
In partnership with Oak Street’s Government Relations team, support advocacy initiatives
Liaise with government counterparts and represent Oak Street at related meetings and events
Support vendor review, contracting, and management, as needed
Support financial analyses and planning, as needed
Explore new government programs and make recommendations to Oak Street leadership, where applicable
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for a motivated leader with:
Experience managing existing government value-based programs such as the Medicare Shared Savings Program, Direct Contracting, etc.
Ability to build trust and effectively collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including effective engagement with senior audiences
Demonstrated track record of taking ownership and delivering results across a range of programs and initiatives
Ability to seamlessly manage both detailed program requirements and big picture strategy
Microsoft Office / Google Suite experience
Bachelor’s degree required
US work authorization
Someone who embodies being “Oaky”
What does being “Oaky” look like?
Radiating positive energy
Assuming good intentions
Creating an unmatched patient experience
Driving clinical excellence
Taking ownership and delivering results
Being scrappy
Why Oak Street?
Oak Street Health offers our coworkers the opportunity to be at the forefront of a revolution in healthcare, as well as:
Collaborative and energetic culture
Fast-paced and innovative environment
Competitive benefits including paid vacation and sick time, generous 401K match with immediate vesting, and health benefits
Oak Street Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage all interested readers to apply to oakstreethealth.com/careers