Value Based Platform - Portfolio Planning Lead
This position is hybrid, requiring onsite presence in Washington, DC or Seattle, WA approximately 23 days per week.
Risant Health, a nonprofit affiliate of Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, is transforming healthcare by accelerating the adoption of value-based care across community health systems. Headquartered in the Washington, DC area, Risant Health partners with nonprofit, community-based systemsstarting with Geisingerto expand access to care that prioritizes health outcomes and affordability.
Backed by nearly 80 years of Kaiser Permanente's value-based care expertise, Risant Health operates independently to support its portfolio of health systems with shared resources, strategic guidance, and operational supportwhile preserving their community roots.
Job Description
The Value-Based Platform (VBP) Product team plays a key role in shaping and delivering solutions that advance aspects of value-based care within Risant Health Organizations (RHOs). The portfolio of solutions drives outcomes total cost of care reduction, clinical quality improvement, better experiences, health equity, and simplicity to achieve business and financial objectives.
The Portfolio Planning Lead drives strategic alignment and investment prioritization across the Value-Based Platform (VBP) portfolio. This role leads concept pipeline development, proposal creation, and governance processes in close partnership with clinical, operational, and economic stakeholders to ensure high-impact solutions for clinicians, members, and patients. Strong domain expertise in value-based care, financial acumen, and cross-functional collaboration are essential to guide roadmap development and maximize portfolio value.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications : Technical and Interpersonal Competencies
- Domain Expertise in Value-Based Care : Understanding of value-based care models, including experience working with different physician employment relationships.
- Product Roadmap Development : Experience in developing and maintaining product roadmaps that align with strategic goals and stakeholder needs.
- Requirements Gathering & Prioritization : Skilled in gathering and organizing product requirements from diverse stakeholders, with the ability to prioritize features based on impact, feasibility, and urgency.
- Financial Modeling & Value Assessment : Ability to build and apply basic financial models to estimate product costs, benefits, and ROI, with a strong understanding of how product performance connects to financial outcomes in healthcare.
- Portfolio Management & Prioritization : Demonstrated experience managing a project portfolio across products and institutionalizing prioritization methods to align with investment goals.
Preferred Qualifications : Technical Competencies
Agile Methodology Knowledge : Understanding of Agile project management principles and experience in applying Agile methodologies in portfolio management.Change Management Experience : Proven experience in managing change initiatives and driving organizational transformation.Strong Analytical Skills : Proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and make data-driven decisions.Technical Proficiency : Familiarity with portfolio management software and tools, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI) for reporting and presentations.Required Qualifications : Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Operations, or equivalent.Additional equivalent work experience in a directly related field may be substituted for the degree requirement.Ten (10) years in portfolio management, finance, investment banking, asset management, or a related strategic field.Preferred Qualifications : Education and Experience
Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Health Administration (MHA), Public Health (MPH), Finance, or a related field is preferred.Five (5) years in finance, investment banking, asset management, solution / product portfolio management, or related field.Five (5) years in healthcare (e.g., payer, provider, enablement company).Five (5) years as a people leader with direct reports and demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders effectively.Certifications and Licensure (Preferred)
Project Management Professional (PMP)Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)Certified Product Manager (CPM)Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) focuses on Agile project management and Scrum methodologiesLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt emphasizes process improvement and efficiencyFinancial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) provides financial modeling and valuation skillsExecutive Leadership Programs focusing on leadership, strategic planning, and organizational managementHealthcare Management CertificateOther Background Assets
Experience with Value-Based Care : Familiarity with value-based care models and healthcare industry trends, particularly in relation to portfolio management.Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits : This role is also eligible for incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, retirement savings, and relocation support as applicable.
Join Us! If you are passionate about improving healthcare through innovative solutions and want to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. Risant Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.