Program Coordinator, Experienced

Blue Shield of California

California (MO)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A health insurance company is seeking an experienced Program Coordinator in California. The role involves managing health care programs, overseeing complex projects, and fostering team collaboration. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The position offers a full-time opportunity with a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Requires at least 3 years of prior relevant experience.
Prior experience in a managed care setting preferred.
Ability to plan, organize, and meet strict timelines.

Responsibilities

Be responsible for strategic alignment and integration across projects.
Define projects required to support programs and partners.
Monitor vendor contracts for large/complex projects.
Coordinate department senior leadership meetings.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

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You will be a part of the Care Management team which assists members with education and problem solving to improve the member’s health. The Program Coordinator, Experienced will report to the Sr Director of Care Management. In this role you will be responsible for complex projects, organize and administer shared sites and documents, and support vendor contracts.

Responsibilities

Be responsible for strategic alignment and integration across projects/programs, from initiation through delivery, in support of business unit process and administrative efficiency
Define projects required to support programs and partners to ensure their implementation on time, within budget and with benefits realized
Participate cross-functionally in business planning to support business unit strategy
Be responsible for large/complex projects/programs, including monitoring vendor contracts
Exercise independent judgment in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criterion for obtaining results
Use automated office equipment and business applications as needed such as PowerPoint and Excel. Expense management and travel booking software
Act as an information source on organization policies and procedures
Coordinate department senior leadership meetings
Administer department’s SharePoint sites and content
Facilitate department supply ordering and maintenance

Qualifications

Your Knowledge and Experience

Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Requires at least 3 years of prior relevant experience
Prior experience in a managed care setting preferred
Ability to plan, organize, and meet strict timelines
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the organization
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Flexibility to adjust priorities as needed

About Blue Shield of California

As of January 2025, Blue Shield of California became a subsidiary of Ascendiun. Ascendiun is a nonprofit corporate entity that is the parent to a family of organizations including Blue Shield of California and its subsidiary, Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan; Altais, a clinical services company; and Stellarus, a company designed to scale healthcare solutions. Together, these organizations are referred to as the Ascendiun Family of Companies.

At Blue Shield of California, our mission is to create a healthcare system worthy of our family and friends and sustainably affordable. We are transforming health care in a way that genuinely serves our nonprofit mission by lowering costs, improving quality, and enhancing the member and physician experience.

To achieve our mission, we foster an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute fully to address the needs of the various communities we serve. We are committed to creating and maintaining a supportive workplace that upholds our values and advances our goals.

Blue Shield is a U.S. News Best Company to work for, a Deloitte U.S. Best Managed Company and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace. We were recognized by Fair360 as a Top Regional Company, and one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the United States by Points of Light. Here at Blue Shield, we strive to make a positive change across our industry and communities – join us!

Our Values:

Honest. We hold ourselves to the highest ethical and integrity standards. We build trust by doing what we say we're going to do and by acknowledging and correcting where we fall short.
Human. We strive to listen and communicate effectively, showing empathy by understanding others' perspectives.
Courageous. We stand up for what we believe in and are committed to the hard work necessary to achieve our ambitious goals.

Our Workplace Model: At Blue Shield of California and the Ascendiun Family of Companies, we believe in fostering a workplace environment that balances purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility. As we continue to evolve our workplace model, our focus remains on creating spaces where our people can connect with purpose – whether working in the office or through a hybrid approach – by providing clear expectations while respecting the diverse needs of our workforce.

Two Ways of Working:

Hybrid (Default): Work from a business unit-approved office at least two (2) times per month (for roles below Director-level) or once per week (for Director-level roles and above).Exceptions:
Member-facing and approved out-of-state roles remain remote.
Employees living more than 50 miles from their assigned offices are expected to work with their managers on a plan for periodic office visits.
For employees with medical conditions that may impact their ability to work in-office, we are committed to engaging in an interactive process and providing reasonable accommodations to ensure their work environment is conducive to their success and well-being.
On-Site: Work from a business unit-approved office an average of four (4) or more days a week.

Physical Requirements: Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment. Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork - Activity level: Sedentary, frequency most of work day.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classification protected by Federal, State and local laws.

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