Population Health Administrator (Clinical RN) - Population Health - Full-Time, Day Shift

About UCI Health

UCI Health represents the clinical component of the University of California, Irvine, operating as the sole academic health system in Orange County. Its facilities include the UCI Medical Center — a 459-bed acute care hospital — as well as four additional hospitals and affiliated physicians serving communities across Orange and Los Angeles counties. Renowned for 23 consecutive years among America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, UCI Medical Center offers tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal services, and a trauma and burn center verified by national standards. UCI Health serves nearly 4 million residents in Orange County and surrounding areas.

Position Overview

The Population Health Administrator is responsible for leading complex, large-scale projects in population health and value-based care. This role involves developing and sustaining enterprise-wide strategies that enhance quality outcomes and financial performance. The incumbent collaborates with cross-functional teams to establish infrastructure and procedures aligned with business objectives within a multifaceted academic health system. They independently manage portfolios including project scoping, redesign, implementation, metric creation, and ongoing monitoring to ensure sustained success.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead system-wide performance improvement projects related to population health and value-based care initiatives.
• Develop process improvements to meet organizational goals for quality and financial metrics.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to design and implement infrastructure needed for population health management.
• Analyze extensive data sets to identify trends, issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive reports, presentations, and actionable plans to stakeholders.
• Apply change management and project management best practices to ensure successful project execution.
• Guide teams effectively to meet project objectives.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid California RN license preferred.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in population health, performance improvement, or value-based care.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio.
• Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and interpretation of complex health system reports.
• Experience with performance improvement methodologies and quality standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging diverse audiences.
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Prior experience with the EPIC electronic health record system is beneficial.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with sensitive information.

Additional Information

• This position requires adherence to various employment conditions, including background checks, compliance with vaccination policies, and proof of legal right to work in the U.S.
• Applicants must agree to confidentiality standards regarding sensitive organizational data.
• The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request.
• Applicants must provide documentation of work authorization.

Total Rewards

UCI Health offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, paid time off, retirement savings options, and employee discount programs to enhance the overall employment experience.