Lead Director, Medicare Strategic Programs – HRA Strategy and Enablement

CVS Health

. Serve as the business owner for a strategic HRA-related technology and clinical initiative .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $231,540 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Medicare programs and healthcare strategy, with a strong focus on leading technology-enabled initiatives and driving measurable business outcomes. Proven ability to influence stakeholders and develop strategic recommendations that align with business goals.

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Medicare Program ExpertiseStrategic Initiative LeadershipProject And Program ManagementExecutive Communication SkillsCross-Functional Leadership

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Hard Skills

GovernancePlanningDependency ManagementBusiness Case DevelopmentOperational ImprovementPerformance TrackingRisk ManagementScalable Solutions DevelopmentClinical Program KnowledgeHRA Experience

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior LeadersStakeholder AlignmentAccountabilityCollaborationDecision-Making

Certifications & Qualifications

BAMBA

Industry Keywords

Managed CareHealth InsuranceHealthcare StrategyClinical InitiativesMatrixed Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the business owner for a strategic HRA-related technology and clinical initiative
Define and evolve strategy, roadmap, and priorities aligned with Medicare business goals and member experience needs
Partner across business, clinical, operations, technology, compliance, and market-facing teams to translate business needs into scalable solutions
Lead cross-functional decision-making on priorities, tradeoffs, dependencies, and execution risks
Establish governance, implementation plans, timelines, milestones, and resource needs
Track performance, risks, dependencies, and investment against plan and direct course correction as needed
Identify business and operational gaps and lead development of practical, scalable improvements
Develop business cases and strategic recommendations tied to the initiative
Drive alignment, accountability, and execution across a broad group of stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in Medicare, managed care, health insurance, or related healthcare strategy, operations, product, or program leadership
5+ years of leadership and/or significant cross-functional leadership experience
Experience owning complex strategic initiatives and driving measurable business outcomes
Strong project and program management skills, including governance, planning, and dependency management
Deep knowledge of Medicare programs, operations, and market dynamics
Ability to influence senior leaders and align stakeholders across functions
Experience translating business needs into practical, scalable solutions
Strong executive communication and business case development skills
BA required
MBA preferred
Experience with HRA, Clinical Programs, or related Medicare capabilities
Experience leading technology-enabled business or clinical initiatives
Experience working across highly matrixed healthcare organizations
Candidates must reside within commutable distance of the Connecticut, Arizona or Pennsylvania CVS Health office locations

Benefits

Comp & perks

CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program
Award target in the company’s equity award program
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings options
Wellness programs
Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being