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Healthcare Innovation Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Healthcare Intake & Authorization Specialist

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

AIS Healthcare is the leading provider of Targeted Drug Delivery (TDD) and Infusion Care solutions ... Guided by our core values of Innovation, Stewardship, and Unity, we are committed to Advancing ...

... schedule, innovation and profitability objectives. * Facilitate the development, evolution and ... Strong knowledge of healthcare industry processes and terms. * Capability of performing in a ...

Rather, it works across business leaders, product stakeholders, healthcare subject matter experts ... The Director will help ensure innovation efforts are aligned to enterprise priorities, real ...

You are energized by healthcare innovation and interested in working with digital health, technology, and AI companies that are changing how patients find care, navigate benefits, and access the ...

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How much do healthcare innovation jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for healthcare innovation in Oregon is $20.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.26 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Healthcare Innovation vs Healthcare Data Analyst?

AspectHealthcare InnovationHealthcare Data Analyst
Required CredentialsBackground in healthcare, technology, or business; often advanced degreesDegree in health informatics, data science, or related field; certifications like CPC or CHDA
Work EnvironmentHospitals, healthcare startups, research institutionsHealthcare organizations, clinics, data firms
Employer & Industry UsageInnovating healthcare delivery, technology integrationAnalyzing healthcare data to improve outcomes and efficiency

Healthcare Innovation focuses on developing new healthcare solutions and technologies, often involving strategic planning and research. Healthcare Data Analysts interpret healthcare data to support decision-making and improve patient care. While both roles require healthcare knowledge, Innovation emphasizes creating new systems, whereas Data Analysts focus on data analysis and reporting.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in healthcare innovation roles?

Professionals in healthcare innovation often encounter challenges such as navigating complex regulatory environments, aligning diverse stakeholder interests, and integrating new technologies into existing clinical workflows. Balancing the need for rapid innovation with patient safety and compliance can be demanding. Additionally, building cross-functional teams and fostering a culture open to change are key to successfully driving innovation in healthcare settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Healthcare Innovation, and why are they important?

To thrive in Healthcare Innovation, you need a strong background in healthcare systems, project management, and a relevant degree such as health administration, public health, or biomedical engineering. Familiarity with digital health technologies, data analytics tools, and certifications like Lean Six Sigma or PMP are often valuable. Creativity, strategic thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for driving change and collaborating across disciplines. These competencies enable professionals to develop and implement impactful solutions that improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.

What is healthcare innovation?

Healthcare innovation refers to the development and implementation of new ideas, technologies, processes, or products that improve the quality, efficiency, or accessibility of healthcare. This can include advancements such as digital health tools, novel medical devices, improved treatment protocols, or new care delivery models. The goal of healthcare innovation is to address existing challenges in the healthcare system, enhance patient outcomes, and often reduce costs. It involves collaboration among clinicians, researchers, technology experts, and policymakers to bring positive change to healthcare environments.
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Infographic showing various Healthcare Innovation job openings in Oregon as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 15% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,833 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Program Director, Network Innovations

Cambia Health Solutions

Portland, OR • On-site

$113K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Program Director, Network Innovations
Hybrid Opportunity within Portland, OR; Medford, OR; Burlington, WA; Spokane, WA; Renton, WA; Vancouver, WA; Salt Lake City, UT; Lewiston, ID; Boise, ID
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 of Program Director Network Innovations are living our mission to make health care easier and lives better. As a member of the Network Innovations team, our Program Director Network Innovations develops and launches complex cross-market programs supporting Provider Partnership Innovation will manage and drive execution to support our specialty Alternative Payment Models., including initiatives like the Cambia Bundled Payment program. This role will support and lead the specialty programs including ongoing program management, program efficiency identification, and overall program(s) execution oversees the complete program lifecycle from development to operational sustainment, ensuring successful outcomes for members, providers, and employers - all in service of making our members' health journeys easier.
Do you have a passion for driving innovation in healthcare partnerships and leading complex, cross-functional initiatives? Do you thrive in building programs from concept to launch while collaborating with diverse stakeholders across markets? Then this role may be the perfect fit.
What You Bring to Cambia:
Qualifications:
  • The Program Director, Provider Partnership would have a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or related field (Master's preferred) and 10+ years of related experience in business or health care management with preference for experience driving transformation programmatic innovation, Alternative Payment Model development, payment innovation and/or strategic implementation or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills and Attributes:
  • Alternative Payment Model Leadership: Ability to lead healthcare innovation initiatives with functionally diverse stakeholders across the organization
  • Strategic Communication: Strong facilitation and consensus-building skills with internal/external teams at all organizational levels
  • Healthcare Industry Expertise: Knowledge of industry trends, provider relations, and value-based reimbursement methods
  • Team Leadership: Proven track record managing multi-discipline, high-performance teams and diverse work streams
  • Project & Resource Management: Competency in budgeting, organizing work, establishing success measures, and managing deliverables
  • Business Transformation: Experience initiating and managing complex transformation programs and leading organizational change
  • Business Case Development: Ability to construct actionable business cases and track implementation of new operational processes
  • Strategic Thinking & Partnership: Big-picture perspective with strong relationship-building skills and collaborative team approach

What You Will Do at Cambia:
  • Uses strong knowledge of department strategies and organizational vision to represent Network Innovations in various forums and provide thought leadership for strategic program development
  • Leads Alternative Payment Model program development and integration activities including strategy, design, architecture, quality assurance, customer experience, and operational sustainment
  • Serves as key point of contact with strategic vendors while facilitating operational and strategic interactions with internal and third-party stakeholders
  • Ensures delivery of sustained program interactions with key customer segments (providers, members, employers) and integration with other value-based programs
  • Organizes, motivates, and leads program development efforts with functionally and geographically diverse delivery teams across the company
  • Identifies critical program risks and issues, drives resolution, and ensures requirements and dependencies are communicated to relevant stakeholders
  • Maintains expertise on industry best practices and value-based healthcare innovation while representing Cambia as a leader at conferences and industry events

The expected hiring range for a Program Director Network Innovations is $130,700 - $160,000 depending on skills, experience, education, and training; relevant licensure / certifications; and performance history. The bonus target for this position is 15%. The current full salary range for this role is $113,000 - $185,000. #LI-hybrid
About Cambia
Working at Cambia means being part of a purpose-driven, award-winning culture built on trust and innovation anchored in our 100+ year history. Our caring and supportive colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry, innovating together toward sustainable, person-focused health care. Whether we're helping members, lending a hand to a colleague or volunteering in our communities, our compassion, empathy and team spirit always shine through.
Why Join the Cambia Team?
At Cambia, you can:
  • Work alongside diverse teams building cutting-edge solutions to transform health care.
  • Earn a competitive salary and enjoy generous benefits while doing work that changes lives.
  • Grow your career with a company committed to helping you succeed.
  • Give back to your community by participating in Cambia-supported outreach programs.
  • Connect with colleagues who share similar interests and backgrounds through our employee resource groups.

We believe a career at Cambia is more than just a paycheck - and your compensation should be too. Our compensation package includes competitive base pay as well as a market-leading 401(k) with a significant company match, bonus opportunities and more.
In exchange for helping members live healthy lives, we offer benefits that empower you to do the same. Just a few highlights include:
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members, including mental health benefits.
  • Annual employer contribution to a health savings account.
  • Generous paid time off varying by role and tenure in addition to 10 company-paid holidays.
  • Market-leading retirement plan including a company match on employee 401(k) contributions, with a potential discretionary contribution based on company performance (no vesting period).
  • Up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off (eligibility requires 12 months of continuous service with Cambia immediately preceding leave).
  • Award-winning wellness programs that reward you for participation.
  • Employee Assistance Fund for those in need.
  • Commute and parking benefits.

Learn more about our benefits.
We are happy to offer work from home options for most of our roles. To take advantage of this flexible option, we require employees to have a wired internet connection that is not satellite or cellular and internet service with a minimum upload speed of 5Mb and a minimum download speed of 10 Mb.
We are an Equal Opportunity employer dedicated to a drug and tobacco-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required.
If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please email CambiaCareers@cambiahealth.com. Information about how Cambia Health Solutions collects, uses, and discloses information is available in our Privacy Policy.

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