Population Health Project Manager

Truman Medical Centers; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Truman Medical Center seeks a Population Health Project Manager to lead strategic initiatives that improve preventive care, chronic disease management, and health equity across our health system. You will collaborate with clinical leaders, public health partners, and community organizations to drive value-based care and measurable impact.

The role emphasizes program design, governance, dashboards, and reporting to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Two to four years of experience in healthcare project management, population health, program operations, or a related healthcare environment.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of population health initiatives that improve community health outcomes and advance organizational priorities.
• Manage multiple projects focused on prevention, chronic disease management, health equity, community benefit, and value-based care.
• Develop project plans, timelines, workflows, and reporting processes to ensure successful execution and measurable results.
• Monitor project milestones, performance metrics, utilization trends, and outcome measures to drive continuous improvement and informed decision-making.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with healthcare providers, public health agencies, community organizations, schools, faith-based organizations, and civic leaders.
• Coordinate community outreach programs, health education events, screenings, and initiatives aligned with Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) priorities.
• Represent University Health on internal committees and external community coalitions supporting population health and community wellness.
• Facilitate collaboration across interdisciplinary teams while identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and project outcomes.
• Support grant initiatives, strategic planning efforts, executive presentations, and organizational reporting.
• Develop dashboards, reports, presentations, and communication materials that demonstrate program performance and organizational impact.
• Promote quality improvement, patient-centered care, health equity, and regulatory compliance throughout all initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, Community Health, Nursing, Social Work or related field

Master's degree in Public Health (MPH), Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA) or related field

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Data reporting tools

Job description

If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site.Population Health Project Manager101 Truman Medical CenterJob LocationUniversity Health Truman Medical CenterKansas City, MissouriDepartmentPopulation HealthPosition TypeWork Schedule8:00AM - 4:30PMHours Per Week40Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLead Meaningful Change. Improve Community Health.At University Health, we believe healthier communities begin with innovative partnerships, data-driven strategies, and a commitment to health equity. As our Population Health Project Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and leading initiatives that improve health outcomes, strengthen community partnerships, and support value-based care across our organization.This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative, strategic project leader who thrives at the intersection of healthcare operations, community engagement, and population health. You'll work alongside clinical leaders, operational teams, public health partners, and community organizations to implement programs that make a measurable difference in the lives of the people we serve.What You'll DoAs the Population Health Project Manager, you'll provide strategic and operational leadership for initiatives that improve preventive care, chronic disease management, community wellness, and access to healthcare resources.In this role, you will:Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of population health initiatives that improve community health outcomes and advance organizational priorities.Manage multiple projects focused on prevention, chronic disease management, health equity, community benefit, and value-based care.Develop project plans, timelines, workflows, and reporting processes to ensure successful execution and measurable results.Monitor project milestones, performance metrics, utilization trends, and outcome measures to drive continuous improvement and informed decision-making.Build and strengthen partnerships with healthcare providers, public health agencies, community organizations, schools, faith-based organizations, and civic leaders.Coordinate community outreach programs, health education events, screenings, and initiatives aligned with Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) priorities.Represent University Health on internal committees and external community coalitions supporting population health and community wellness.Facilitate collaboration across interdisciplinary teams while identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and project outcomes.Support grant initiatives, strategic planning efforts, executive presentations, and organizational reporting.Develop dashboards, reports, presentations, and communication materials that demonstrate program performance and organizational impact.Promote quality improvement, patient-centered care, health equity, and regulatory compliance throughout all initiatives.What You'll BringRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, Community Health, Nursing, Social Work, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experienceTwo (2) to four (4) years of experience in healthcare project management, population health, community health, program operations, or a related healthcare environmentExperience leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with diverse stakeholdersStrong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesExcellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, and data reporting toolsAbility to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and work independently in a fast-paced environmentPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree in Public Health (MPH), Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), or a related fieldProject Management Professional (PMP) certificationExperience supporting population health, value-based care, community benefit, care coordination, or health equity initiativesKnowledge of Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs), community engagement strategies, and healthcare quality metricsBilingual (Spanish/English)