Strategic Project/Program Manager, Health Plan Strategy
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
Duration: Full Time
Job Description
At Blue Cross NC, we're making health care better for all - by listening deeply, challenging what's possible, and putting care at the heart of everything we do. Join a purpose driven team where ideas spark change, growth is encouraged, collaboration fuels impact, and you're supported with the flexibility and trust to do meaningful work.The Strategic Project/Program Manager supports the execution of the Health Plan's strategic priorities by leading and coordinating high-impact programs and strategic initiatives. This role is responsible for translating strategy into execution by managing cross-functional initiatives this includes small programs or a phase of a larger program. Provide full program management including needs analysis, program maintenance, administration and monitoring, data analysis, program evaluation, and vendor/contract administration if applicable. May also make recommendations for changes or modifications for assigned program and implement as needed.
What You'll Do
Manage and execute strategic programs or key components of Health Plan initiatives, ensuring alignment to definedobjectives, timelines, and outcomes.
Translate strategic priorities into actionable workplans
Partner with stakeholders to ensure initiatives are alignedtohealth plan strategy, enterprise priorities, and financial goals.
Assess needs and coordinate resources to enhance existing programs.
Monitor the progress of program components to ensure the overall goals, schedules, and benefits of the program will be met.
Document and present program results through operational reports,outcomesstudies,presentationsand publications. Prepare program reports for superiors.
Recommend and/or implement program and process changes as needed to achieve program goals and objectives.
May have budget responsibilities to control expendituresin accordance withbudget allocations, together with the conformance to timing, limits and usage of funding as agreed upon in the spending plan for the assigned program.
May handle vendor management and administer program contracts to ensure vendors meet service level agreements if applicable.
What You Have
Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required)
3+ years of experience in related field.
In lieu of degree, 5+ years of experience in related field.
Bonus Points
Experience working within or alongside health plans,payerorganizations, or complex healthcare systems
Program and project management (Agile or traditional), PMP
Financial and business case acumen
Strategic execution and integration
WhatYou'llGet
The opportunity to work at thecutting edgeof health care delivery with a teamthat'sdeeply invested in the community
Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to dogreat work
Medical, dental, and vision coverage along withnumeroushealth and wellness programs
Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacyassistance
Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education
401k match including an annual company contribution
WhereYou'llWork
Our Hybrid Flex approach is builton presencewith a purpose - giving you flexibility to work remotely with intentional in-person connection - that supports a workplacethat'sflexible, connected, and future focused.
In a Hybrid-Flex role,you'llwork in the office at least two days a week for collaboration and connection. In a Remote Flex role,you'llwork virtually, with a few in-office visits each year formeaningfulmoments that matter.
Whether your role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in anystateslistedonthis job posting. Onsite expectations will be discussed during the interview process.
Salary Range
At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs.Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.
*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.
Skills
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