Clinical Program and Population Health Strategist – Commercial

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Clinical Strategist developing comprehensive population health strategies for Commercial populations at Presbyterian. Collaborating across health plans, care delivery systems, and conducting clinical program design while influencing execution.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeRemote • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing population health strategies for Commercial populations, with a strong focus on clinical program design, data-driven decision making, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in aligning clinical initiatives with enterprise priorities and ensuring compliance with HEDIS and market requirements.

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Population Health Strategy DevelopmentClinical Program DesignHEDIS UnderstandingCross-Functional CollaborationData-Driven Decision Making

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Hard Skills

Population HealthClinical Program DesignHEDISData AnalysisStrategic ThinkingPortfolio PrioritizationHealthcare StrategyCost DriversUtilization ManagementHealth Equity

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationExecutive PresenceCross-Functional Influence

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s Degree (MPH, MHA, MBA)

Industry Keywords

Commercial PopulationsIntegrated Delivery SystemValue-Based CarePreventive CareChronic Disease ManagementHealth Value StrategyClinical Initiative PortfolioEmployer ExpectationsMarket CompetitivenessTargeted Interventions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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advance population health strategy for Commercial populations.
align with Presbyterian’s integrated delivery system (IDS) model and Health Value strategy.
partner across the health plan, medical group, and care delivery system.
translate enterprise population health priorities into product-specific strategies, clinical program designs, and a prioritized Clinical Initiative Portfolio.
influence execution through cross-functional partnerships but does not directly manage program operations or vendor performance.
develop population health strategies for Commercial populations aligned with enterprise priorities.
identify high-impact opportunities to improve outcomes across preventive care, chronic disease, and rising-risk populations.
ensure alignment with product-specific goals, market competitiveness, contractual requirements, and employer expectations.
support the development and refinement of the Clinical Initiative Portfolio.
partner with product owners and leadership to prioritize initiatives based on impact and ROI.
define success metrics aligned with HEDIS, affordability, and utilization goals.
design evidence-based clinical programs and interventions.
define target populations, program goals, and success measures.
partner with program and operational leaders to support implementation and scaling.
inform digital, virtual, and in-person care model integration.
translate clinical strategies into provider-facing approaches.
enable development of provider tools, workflows, and reporting.
provide input into value-based care models and provider performance strategies.
serve as liaison to Commercial product teams.
ensure alignment between benefit design, clinical programs, and population health outcomes.
collaborate with analytics, network, sales, and operational teams.
partner with analytics teams to define measurement frameworks.
use data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities.
translate insights into actionable recommendations.
embed health equity into all strategies and program designs.
identify disparities and recommend targeted interventions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree (MPH, MHA, MBA, or related) preferred
5–10+ years of experience in population health, healthcare strategy, or clinical program design
Experience with Commercial populations
Strong understanding of HEDIS, cost drivers, and utilization
Experience working in a matrixed organization
Strategic thinking and portfolio prioritization
Clinical program design and innovation
Data-driven decision making
Cross-functional collaboration and influence
Strong communication and executive presence
Market and employer awareness.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, group term life insurance and other optional voluntary benefits
Employee Wellness rewards program
engaging opportunities to enhance your health and activate your well-being.
participating in wellness activities like wellness challenges, webinar, preventive screening and more.