About this opportunity
Claire Myers Consulting lists this Practice Transformation Strategist opportunity in santa barbara, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
As a healthcare organization dedicated to improving health outcomes for the Central Coast community, our client is seeking an experienced and mission‑driven professional to join their Quality team. The ideal candidate will bring strong regulatory expertise, strategic thinking, and a passion for advancing quality, equity, and population health initiatives.
The Practice Transformation Strategist partners closely with internal teams, provider networks, and community organizations to support quality improvement, practice transformation, and population health initiatives. This role ensures compliance with NCQA, DHCS, and CMS requirements while serving as a subject matter expert on regulatory standards, accreditation readiness, and value‑based care models.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with cross‑functional teams and provider networks to implement practice transformation and quality improvement initiatives that improve patient outcomes
Ensure ongoing compliance with NCQA, CMS, and DHCS regulatory and accreditation requirements
Serve as a subject matter expert for quality, population health, and value‑based care programs
Support the design, execution, and monitoring of quality improvement and population health initiatives, including CalAIM‑aligned programs
Develop and support corrective action plans to address regulatory, accreditation, or performance gaps
Monitor accreditation readiness activities and elevate compliance risks as needed
Collaborate with IT and internal teams to develop reporting and data‑driven solutions
Prepare and submit required documentation and reports to regulatory and accrediting agencies
Support Medicare Star Ratings‑aligned initiatives
Provide guidance, education, and support to internal teams and provider partners
Participate in internal and external stakeholder meetings as needed
Qualifications
Strong knowledge of managed care operations, regulatory compliance, and quality performance monitoring
In‑depth understanding of NCQA accreditation standards and quality improvement frameworks
Experience supporting practice transformation and population health initiatives
Ability to manage complex projects independently in a fast‑paced environment
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Willingness to travel to provider offices for in‑person practice transformation support
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Education and Experience
Advanced degree preferred
Five (5) years of experience in Medicare and/or Medi‑Cal managed care
Five (5) years of experience working with regulatory or accrediting bodies (NCQA, CMS, DHCS, EQRO)
Three (3) years of experience in quality improvement or population health
Experience working in a clinical or healthcare setting
Preferred Qualifications
Registered Nurse (RN) license
Professional certification such as CPHQ or HCC
Experience with HEDIS and NCQA audit standards
Knowledge of community‑based organizations and social service agencies
Compensation
$104,340 - $156,510
Seniority Level
Associate
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Hospitals and Health Care
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Worksite address
santa barbara, CA, 93190, US
Who can apply
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