ACO Performance Improvement Project Lead

Palm Beach Accountable Care Organization; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Beach Accountable Care Organization is seeking a results-oriented Project Manager to lead cross-functional performance-improvement initiatives within an ACO. You will manage project plans, timelines, and deliverables while aligning clinical and operations teams to drive quality, outcomes, and cost efficiency.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, regulatory compliance with MSSP, and ongoing staff training to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, public health, business, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of healthcare project management, quality improvement, or performance improvement experience.
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects and driving measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects to improve ACO performance metrics (quality of care, outcomes, cost).
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Analyze performance data to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with clinical and operational leaders to ensure alignment and integration of initiatives.
• Ensure projects comply with MSSP requirements and regulatory updates.
• Leverage data analytics to monitor KPIs and measure outcomes.
• Prepare and present performance reports to executive leadership and committees.
• Develop training programs to support staff and providers.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Oral communication

Attendance/Punctuality

Computer literacy

Medical terminology

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration/public health/business

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)

Job description

Palm Beach Accountable Care Organization is seeking a results-oriented Project Manager to lead cross-functional performance-improvement initiatives within an ACO. You will manage project plans, timelines, and deliverables while aligning clinical and operations teams to drive quality, outcomes, and cost efficiency.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, regulatory compliance with MSSP, and ongoing staff training to foster a culture of continuous improvement.