Remote Population Health Program Manager Jobs in California

At NorthBay Health the Resource Specialist will perform a combination of duties designed to maximize the utilization of hospital resources, improve population health outcomes, and coordinate post-hospital care for patients in support of Population Health Case Management Team. These comprehensive duties include communication and coordination with payers, outside agencies, and other departments to assist with patient discharge and supporting Population Health Case Management Team accountabilities. The Resource Specialist must demonstrate adherence to the department and system policies, procedures, quality assurance, guidelines, and goals of the department, the organization, and the broader population health strategy. The Resource Specialist takes day-to-day direction for priorities from the Utilization Management Manager or designee.

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health's True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.

We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.

We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1-5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.

Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies

NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.

More Information

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Education: 

• High school diploma preferred. 
• Bachelor's degree in science field preferred.

Licensure/Certification: 

• Medical Assistant, or CNA certification preferred

Experience: 

• Two or more years of experience in a hospital or medical setting preferred. 
• A background in public health or population health management preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required. 
• Experience in utilization management, discharge planning, and/or social work preferred. 
• Experience working with diverse patient populations and an understanding of population health management practices are highly desirable.

Skills: 

• Excellent organization and communication skills. 
• Able to work independently and collaboratively. 
• Organizes workload and sets priorities using good judgment. 
• Able to handle multiple telephone calls and work with frequent interruptions. 
• Takes initiative; identifies opportunities and follows through on appropriate issues. 
• Good oral and written communication skills required. 
• Proficient in using copiers, fax machines, computers, and other general office equipment. 
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. 
• PowerPoint, Cerner, and naviHealth preferred. 
• Strong commitment to improving health outcomes for populations and reducing health disparities.

Hours of Work:  8:00-4:30 p.m. on scheduled days or as otherwise assigned by Manager, UM according to business needs.