Assistant Director – Affordability

Cambia Health Solutions

. Lead the Affordability Program Office and/or one or more Affordability Levers .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $228,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading affordability initiatives, managing enterprise portfolios, and developing business cases within complex healthcare environments. Proven ability to influence executive leadership and drive measurable financial outcomes through strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration.

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Affordability Program LeadershipBusiness Case DevelopmentCross-Functional Initiative ManagementHealthcare Delivery ExpertiseFinancial Analysis

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Hard Skills

Cost ManagementValue-Based CarePortfolio ManagementOperational TransformationHealthcare ConsultingPerformance Metrics AnalysisGovernance Structure DevelopmentChange ManagementStrategic Roadmap ExecutionVendor Relationship Management

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsInfluencing Without AuthorityNegotiation SkillsTeam DevelopmentConsensus-Building

Tools & Technologies

AI-Enabled Productivity ToolsAnalytical ToolsPerformance DashboardsGovernance ToolsChange Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare AdministrationMaster's Degree (MBA, MHA, MPH) Preferred

Industry Keywords

Managed CareHealth InsuranceClinical OperationsPayment IntegrityProvider OperationsHealthcare SystemsOperational MetricsFinancial ForecastingHealthcare DeliveryCost and Quality Drivers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Affordability Program Office and/or one or more Affordability Levers
Lead the end-to-end affordability portfolio from opportunity identification and solution design through business case development, contracting, implementation, performance management, and value realization
Partner with Affordability Owners and cross-functional leaders to establish priorities, align resources, remove barriers, and drive accountability
Advance standardized governance, portfolio management, and operating practices
Define and execute the Cost Stewardship strategic roadmap with VP and senior leadership
Lead annual planning, initiative prioritization, and portfolio management across Clinical/Medical Management, Payment Integrity, Network Management, and Pharmacy levers
Manage the initiative lifecycle with clear milestones, ownership, business rationale, and value accountability
Monitor portfolio execution, identify dependencies and barriers, escalate blockers, and ensure timely delivery of savings targets
Develop solutions and business cases with Health Informatics, Finance, Actuarial, and subject-matter experts
Establish governance, reporting, decision frameworks, execution meetings, dashboards, and executive communications
Develop standardized portfolio, project execution, business case, milestone tracking, governance, accountability, and change management tools
Evaluate build-versus-buy opportunities and oversee strategic vendor relationships
Coach and develop a high-performing team
Supervise 3–8 direct FTEs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, Nursing, Pharmacy, Finance, or a related field required
Master's degree (MBA, MHA, MPH, or equivalent) preferred
Eight (8) or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience in healthcare delivery, managed care, health insurance, healthcare consulting, or another complex healthcare environment
Five (5) or more years leading large cross-functional strategic initiatives, enterprise programs, or operational transformation efforts
Demonstrated success leading affordability, cost management, value-based care, medical management, provider operations, payment integrity, pharmacy, or other complex healthcare operational initiatives
Experience developing business cases, managing enterprise portfolios, facilitating executive governance, and driving measurable financial and operational outcomes
Experience influencing executive leaders and collaborating with Finance, Actuarial, Clinical Operations, Health Informatics, Product, Technology, Provider Network, and executive leadership
Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered
Strategic thinking and ability to translate enterprise goals into executable initiatives
Ability to understand complex healthcare systems, identify upstream drivers of cost and quality, and design integrated solutions
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills
Ability to facilitate executive discussions, influence decision making, and communicate effectively with senior leadership
Ability to influence across organizational boundaries without formal authority
Strong business acumen, including financial analysis, business case development, financial forecasting, and value realization
Expertise leading enterprise, cross-functional portfolios involving multiple stakeholders
Exceptional facilitation, negotiation, and consensus-building skills
Ability to simplify complex operational problems into actionable solutions
Strong analytical skills using operational metrics, financial analysis, and performance dashboards
Experience building governance structures, accountability frameworks, and operating models
Experience driving organizational change and transformation initiatives
Ability to develop high-performing teams and foster accountability and continuous improvement
Experience evaluating external solutions, vendor partnerships, and build-versus-buy decisions
Proficiency with AI-enabled productivity and analytical tools
Experience with AI tools and technologies in professional settings highly desired
Background check required
Access to a personal mobile device for MFA
Wired internet connection required for work-from-home option, with minimum 5 Mb upload and 10 Mb download speeds; satellite or cellular connections not accepted

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and eligible family members, including mental health benefits
Annual employer contribution to a health savings account
Generous paid time off
10 company-paid holidays
Market-leading 401(k) with company match
Potential discretionary retirement contribution based on company performance, with no vesting period
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental time off after 12 months of continuous service
Award-winning wellness programs
Employee Assistance Fund
Commute and parking benefits
Bonus opportunities
Work-from-home options for most roles
Employee resource groups
Professional growth opportunities
Cambia-supported community outreach programs