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Population Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

$108 - $148/hr

We work closely with Medicare, Medicaid and commercial insurers on hospital, outpatient and population payment models and design quality outcome programs that promote patient safety and reduce ...

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Owensboro, KY · On-site

$335K/yr

The practice focuses on general anesthesia cases with a diverse patient population, supported by a supervision model with ample staff to optimize workflow. Practice Info * Hospital-employed position

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Per diem RN's needed for older adult population LOCATION: Calexico, CA SUMMARY: * RN's needed to do assessments for elderly clients. * Must be able to complete all documentation necessary for ...

A health services network in Kentucky is actively seeking a licensed Primary Care Physician in Louisville to provide comprehensive outpatient care to an older adult patient population in a ...

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How much do population jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for population in Kentucky is $82.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.55 and $164.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a population specialist?

Population specialists, also known as demographers, are professionals who study the size, structure, and distribution of human populations. They analyze data related to birth rates, death rates, migration, and aging to understand trends and predict future changes. Their work helps governments, organizations, and researchers make informed decisions about public policies, urban planning, healthcare, and social services. Population specialists often use statistics, surveys, and census data in their analyses.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Population Health Manager?

To thrive as a Population Health Manager, you need expertise in public health, data analysis, and care coordination, often supported by a degree in public health, nursing, or healthcare administration. Familiarity with population health management software, electronic health records (EHRs), and healthcare analytics tools is typically required. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help build effective programs and foster collaboration across healthcare teams. These skills are essential to improve patient outcomes, reduce costs, and address health disparities at a community or population level.

What are common challenges faced by professionals working in population studies or population health roles?

Professionals in population studies or population health often face challenges such as managing and interpreting large datasets, addressing health disparities among diverse groups, and communicating complex findings to policymakers and the public. Additionally, they must stay current with evolving data collection methods and regulatory standards. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams is essential, as is adapting to changing public health priorities and funding landscapes.

What is the difference between Population vs Census Enumerator?

AspectPopulationCensus Enumerator
Required CredentialsVaries; often no formal degreeHigh school diploma or equivalent; training provided
Work EnvironmentCommunity settings, offices, or remoteFieldwork, visiting households, data collection
Industry UsageDemographics, public policy, researchGovernment agencies, statistical offices
Common Search/Comparison

Population refers to the total number of people living in a specific area, used in demographics and planning. A Census Enumerator is a professional who collects data from households during a census. While both relate to demographic data, Population is a broad concept, whereas Census Enumerator is a specific job role involved in gathering that data.

What cities in Kentucky are hiring for Population jobs?

Cities in Kentucky with the most Population job openings:

Infographic showing various Population job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $171,360 per year, or $82.4 per hour.

Care Navigator - Population Health

Owensboro Health

Owensboro, KY • On-site

Other

Posted 14 days ago


Owensboro Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

459th of 895 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Weekend Requirements: N/A | Work Hours: 8:00-4:30 | Status: Full Time - 1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Clinically Integrated Network | Department: Population Health
Job Summary:
Oversees care management and coordination activities for patients of a primary care practice.
Job Responsibilities:

  • Works with clinical teams as a resource on care management of patients including pre-visit planning workflow to ensure care completion prior to visit and after-visit summary review with patients when appropriate.
  • Involves the patients in activities to improve their health (patient engagement) and educates patients about self management tasks they can undertake to gain greater control of their health status.
  • Works with physician leadership to develop protocols and point of care reminders using nationally recognized EBC measures and outcomes. Defines quality measures and outcomes reporting processes. Serves as a resource to clinical staff and providers to establish quality goals using reports.
  • Works with IT resources to facilitate registry reporting at the site and documentation of EBC in searchable fields.
  • Works with IT resources to coordinate efficient consult request communication and consistent documentation of patient self-management measures, mutually agreed upon care plan that is efficiently available to all, and reporting of progress towards goals.
  • Manages assigned panel of chronic care patients (high acuity).
  • Develops relationship with patients as an integral member of team by providing follow-up contact with patient as indicated to ensure compliance with recommendations--medications, lab/x-ray, specialist visits, PCP visits, dietitians, CDE, etc. Manages many aspects of the patient's care including referral to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services.
  • Provides telephone advice per protocol and handles urgent and emergent calls.
  • Works with patient and patient's care team to coordinate change readiness, needs assessment and develops an individualized treatment care plan.
  • Assists patient in setting SMART goals for self-management, teaching them how to do self-management tasks, and report abnormal findings to their physician team.
  • Collaborates with the patient, physician, and other care team members in assessing the patient's progress toward individual health care goals.
  • Assesses barriers when patient has not met treatment goals, is not following treatment plan of care, or has not kept important appointments.
  • Oversees the development, procurement, and adoption of patient self-management educational resources used by the primary clinical teams.
  • Collaborates with payer Care Managers for additional services when appropriate.
  • Develops a list of medical supply and community resources available to patients and maintains collegial relationships with the entities used most frequently.
  • Works with consulting physicians, hospitals, emergency department, and other frequently used healthcare sources to clarify roles, develop effective, efficient, and timely communication between primary care physician (PCP) and these entities.
  • Facilitates physician leadership to develop written agreements with consulting physicians, key facilities, and community resources to define the roles and method of communication.
  • Coordinates consultations and/or referrals, hospital/emergency department, community resources follow-up and tracking process for the practice; works to have clerical component done by appropriate clerical staff whenever possible.
  • Develops workflows and protocols within the individualized treatment care plan that ensures emergency department, hospital, and community resource follow-up.
Skills and Attributes:
  • Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
  • Works under minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Position Requirements:
Work Experience
  • No experience required
Education
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing required upon hire
Licensure/Certification/Registration
  • RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND
  • BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this position
Organizational Responsibilities:
  • Supports Owensboro Health's Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.
Additional Job Information:
  • This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.
  • The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: (Office Environment)
Standing: Occasionally
Walking: Occasionally
Sitting: Frequently
Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Rarely
Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Rarely
Climbing: Rarely
Bending/Stooping: Rarely
Kneeling: Rarely
Crouching/Crawling: Rarely
Reaching: Occasionally
Talking: Frequently
Hearing: Frequently
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
Running: Rarely
Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:
Risk Level: Low-Risk
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

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