Program Specialist, Care Management

Description

MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT OCHIN

OCHIN is a nonprofit leader in health care innovation and a trusted partner to a growing national provider network, delivering the clinical insights and tailored technologies needed to expand patient access, strengthen care teams, and improve the health of rural and medically underserved communities.

We are hiring for a number of new positions to meet increasing demand. When you choose to join OCHIN, you have the opportunity to continuously grow your skills and do meaningful work to help fulfill our vision of good health and well-being for everyone.

At OCHIN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences of every individual and work hard to maintain a culture rooted in our values.

Founded in Oregon in 2000, OCHIN employs a growing virtual workforce of more than 1,200 skilled professionals, working remotely across 49 states. We offer a generous compensation package and are committed to supporting our employees' entire well-being by fostering a healthy work-life balance and opportunity for professional advancement. We are curious, collaborative learners who strive to live our values every day.

OCHIN is excited to support our continued national expansion and the increasing demand for our innovative tools and services by welcoming new talent to our growing team.

Position Overview:

The Program Specialist serves as a strategic partner in advancing OCHIN's mission by supporting cross-functional initiatives that drive clinical, operational, and organizational excellence. This role is responsible for coordinating and executing program activities that align with OCHIN's strategic goals, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The Program Specialist collaborates closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to develop and implement innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes and operational performance.

Through data-driven insights, best practice sharing, and continuous improvement efforts, the Program Specialist plays a key role in enhancing program effectiveness and member engagement across the network.

Essential Functions:

• Program Coordination & Execution:
  Manage and support program activities aligned with strategic goals, including day-to-day operations, project planning, and cross-functional coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Communication & Engagement:
  Serve as a key liaison to OCHIN members, customers, and partners by providing clear, timely, and customer-centric communication about program initiatives, updates, and opportunities for engagement.
• Program Evaluation & Continuous Improvement:
  Research, recommend, and implement improvements based on best practices and performance data; contribute critical thinking and insights to enhance program effectiveness and member value.
• Data & Content Development:
  Create and maintain program documentation, reports, and visual content (e.g., dashboards, presentations) to support internal and external communication, learning, and decision-making.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education & Healthcare
  
  Experience:
  
  Bachelor's degree in a health-related field and at least 3-5 years of clinical experience in a healthcare organization, such as case management, care management, or care coordination, with strong knowledge of medical terminology. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Quality Improvement:
  Experience contributing to quality improvement (QI) projects.
• Project & Portfolio Management:
  Proven ability to manage a portfolio of functionality and multiple complex projects at once, with strong attention to detail.
• Communication & Facilitation:
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead meetings, deliver presentations, and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Technical & Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in Smartsheet, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365, with basic data interpretation skills (e.g., run and control charts).
• Epic:
  Experience using Epic. (Preferred)
• Value-Based Care:
  Familiar with value-based care, including hands-on experience coordinating patient care to improve health outcomes and reduce costs. (Preferred)

Prior to moving forward to the team interview, all candidates are required to complete a 50-60-minute competency assessment. The assessment gives us insights into how your strengths, preferences, and work style align with the OCHIN's nine core competencies. It's not about passing or failing-it's about…