Director, Clinical Performance

Pearl Health

. Own the clinical relationship for a portfolio of Pearl Health client ACOs .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $165,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical relationship management and value-based care, with a strong ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable recommendations. Proven track record in managing client portfolios, fostering partnerships, and driving performance improvements in healthcare settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

MD, DO, Or APP Board-CertifiedValue-Based Care ExperienceMedicare ACO Program KnowledgeProject Management SkillsEHR Workflow Integration

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Hard Skills

Clinical AnalysisQuality Measure ScoringRisk AdjustmentCost Driver AnalysisData InterpretationPerformance MetricsAction Plan DevelopmentClient Performance ReviewsChronic Condition ManagementHealthcare Analytics

Soft Skills

Client Relationship ManagementTrust BuildingCommunication SkillsEngagement SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

EHR SystemsData Analysis ToolsPerformance Management SoftwareClient Management PlatformsHealthcare Analytics Tools

Industry Keywords

Accountable Care OrganizationsValue-Based CareQuality ManagementHealthcare OperationsClinical Practice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the clinical relationship for a portfolio of Pearl Health client ACOs
Analyze utilization patterns, quality measure gaps, risk adjustment and coding trends, and cost drivers
Identify root causes behind client performance trends using internal data sources
Serve as the primary clinical and population health subject matter expert for assigned clients
Partner with Markets and Customer Success teams on client strategy and account meetings
Manage concurrent client relationships and build client trust and credibility
Lead client-facing performance reviews and deep-dive sessions
Translate clinical, quality, and financial data into actionable recommendations
Foster adoption of recommendations and customize improvement plans
Develop and manage client action plans and workstreams
Organize internal stakeholders around client performance programs
Represent clinical and client perspectives in internal strategy discussions
Help shape analytics, performance programs, products, and playbooks
Develop business cases for new programs, partnerships, and investments
Coach clinical and administrative teams within client organizations
Lead workflow discovery and shape integration pathways for Pearl’s signals in client EHR workflows
Hold accountability for quality, cost of care, and risk adjustment outcomes across the client portfolio

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD, DO, or APP, board-certified with direct clinical practice experience
Primary-care-aligned specialties or adjacent chronic condition management specialties are a strong fit
Direct, hands-on experience with value-based care and quality management within a VBC contract setting
Working knowledge of Medicare ACO program mechanics, including benchmarking, risk adjustment, quality measure scoring, and shared savings
Working knowledge of EHR workflows and practice operations
Ability to translate EHR workflows into clear requirements for technical integration
Credibility to engage physicians and practice leadership as a clinical peer
Track record of building trust with physician and executive audiences
Ability to translate clinical nuance into business-relevant, actionable recommendations
Ability to build credibility and foster partnership in high-stakes client settings
Skilled at driving client engagement and follow-through
Comfortable managing a varied portfolio of concurrent client relationships
Experience partnering with account management, customer success, or market-facing teams
Ability to work hands-on with data and independently identify performance drivers
Strong project management skills
Direct experience with value-based care performance and quality metrics, including quality measure scoring, HCC coding/risk adjustment, and total cost of care
Ability to turn analysis into concrete next steps and drive completion with clients
Eligibility to work in the United States without restriction
Must not require visa sponsorship to continue working in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary performance bonus
Equity options
Competitive benefits package