Lead Director, Program Management

CVS Health

. Lead strategic initiatives from planning through implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, governance structures, and performance measures .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $231,540 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in healthcare strategy, program management, and business transformation, with a strong focus on leading cross-functional initiatives and developing high-performing teams. Proven ability to engage with executive leadership and translate complex challenges into actionable insights for healthcare transformation and value-based care.

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Healthcare StrategyProgram ManagementTeam DevelopmentExecutive CommunicationStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Healthcare TransformationPopulation HealthValue-Based CareGovernance ModelsStrategic PlanningPerformance MeasurementRisk ManagementManaged CareHealthcare PolicyConsulting

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaborationInfluenceCoachingAccountability

Industry Keywords

Medicaid Managed CareMedicaid Waiver ProgramsPublic-Sector HealthcareQuality ImprovementCross-Functional Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic initiatives from planning through implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, governance structures, and performance measures
Partner with executive leadership, providers, community organizations, and cross-functional teams to advance healthcare transformation, population health, health equity, and Medicaid-focused initiatives
Establish program governance, monitor risks and key performance indicators, and implement mitigation strategies
Develop executive-level presentations, recommendations, and communications that translate complex business challenges into actionable insights
Lead provider partnership initiatives and stakeholder engagement efforts supporting value-based care, quality improvement, and organizational priorities
Lead, coach, and develop team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and support enterprise-wide transformation efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in healthcare strategy, program management, business transformation, consulting, managed care, or a related field
3+ years of experience leading and developing high-performing teams
Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and organizational priorities
Strong presentation skills with proven success summarizing complex initiatives to drive decision making
Experience working directly with senior executives and presenting strategic recommendations to leadership audiences
Strong relationship-building, collaboration, and influence skills with the ability to drive results in a matrixed environment
Experience supporting Medicaid managed care, Medicaid waiver programs, healthcare policy, or public-sector healthcare initiatives
Experience leading healthcare transformation, population health, health equity, provider engagement, or value-based care programs
Management consulting experience in healthcare or related industries
Experience developing executive communications, governance models, and strategic planning processes
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings options
Wellness programs
Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being
CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program
Equity award program