Sr. Associate, Population Health - Risk Adjustment Analytics

The Sr. Associate, Population Health - Risk Adjustment Analytics at Oak Street Health involves leveraging data analytics to identify insights and trends that drive high-impact initiatives. This role also focuses on maintaining comprehensive reporting and supporting clinical documentation compliance across various functions, such as audit needs and payer data.

Candidates must have at least 3+ years of consulting experience in healthcare or population health, with expertise in risk adjustment and the CMS HCC model. Proficiency in data analysis using Microsoft Excel and strong communication skills are essential for the Sr. Associate, Population Health - Risk Adjustment Analytics role.

The Sr. Associate, Population Health - Risk Adjustment Analytics contributes by identifying trends and insights through data analytics that ultimately lead to enhanced clinical documentation and compliance. This drives better care coordination, ensures accountability, and aligns with our mission to improve health outcomes for Medicare patients.

In the Sr. Associate role at Oak Street Health, expect a dynamic and collaborative work environment where cross-team partnerships are emphasized. You will be part of a passionate team dedicated to redefining healthcare, making it an exciting place for those who thrive in growth-oriented settings.

Oak Street Health offers excellent career growth opportunities for the Sr. Associate, Population Health. With an ambitious growth trajectory and a focus on leadership development, high levels of responsibility, and a commitment to continuous education, employees can rapidly advance within the organization.

Oak Street Health provides a comprehensive benefits package for the Sr. Associate, including health insurance, paid vacation and sick time, retirement 401K match options, and opportunities for professional development through stipends for continuing education.

Success in the Sr. Associate, Population Health - Risk Adjustment Analytics role requires strong analytical capabilities, effective communication skills, a collaborative working style, and excellent problem-solving abilities. A passion for excellence and a proactive approach toward achieving objectives are also crucial.

In answering this question, focus on your understanding of risk adjustment methodologies and specific examples where you've applied the CMS HCC model in your work to enhance healthcare outcomes. Highlight any contributions you've made that align with performance improvement in population health.

Be prepared to discuss your analytical process in detail, including the tools you use (like Microsoft Excel) and specific examples of how you have translated data into actionable insights. Illustrate your critical thinking and problem-solving skills through real-world applications.

Share examples of cross-team collaborations, mentioning the departments involved and the outcomes of those partnerships. Emphasize your communication skills and ability to navigate different stakeholder interests effectively.

Discuss specific challenges you've encountered related to clinical documentation compliance, and elaborate on strategies you've employed to overcome them. This might include addressing audit needs or implementing new compliance measures.

Provide a concrete example where you successfully created a business case or performed a ROI analysis that drove key decisions or initiatives within a healthcare framework. Specify the impact it had on your organization or project.

Mention techniques for task prioritization, such as utilizing tools or frameworks that help you manage deadlines effectively. Discuss how you've balanced multiple competing priorities in past experiences while maintaining quality.

Express your passion for improving health outcomes and the desire to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives. Discuss how the core values of Oak Street Health resonate with your personal and professional goals.

Highlight a specific instance where your data insights led to significant changes, detailing the process from identifying the issue through the implementation and outcomes. This will demonstrate your analytical and action-oriented mindset.

Discuss your familiarity with onboarding in healthcare settings, including any specific roles you've supported and how you've contributed to ensuring compliance and understanding of necessary protocols among new team members.

Explain the resources or strategies you utilize for professional development, such as industry publications, webinars, or networking groups that keep you updated on healthcare regulations, like ICD-10 coding and CMS policies.