Senior Strategic Advisor, Value Based Care

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Blue Cross NC is seeking a Senior Strategic Advisor to join the Value Based Care Program Strategy and Operations team. You will contribute to innovation-based goals through new reimbursement models, care redesign, payer/provider engagement and market opportunities.

You will analyze strategies, support product and market offer development, and present insights to senior leadership. The role requires 5+ years in related fields and a degree; hybrid work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree; 5+ years of experience in related fields.
• In lieu of degree, 7+ years of experience in related field.
• Bonus points for demonstrated Value-Based Care experience (ACOs, bundled payments, shared savings).
• Ability to translate clinical, financial, and operational data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and implement healthcare redesign, provider reimbursement and partnership strategies to meet growth objectives.
• Collaborate on strategic planning, complex financial/qualitative analysis, and thought leadership.
• Present strategic concepts and performance metrics to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Value-Based Care

Strategy development

Stakeholder engagement

Financial analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree

Job description

Job Description

We’re hiring a Senior Strategic Advisor to join the Value Based Care Program Strategy and Operations team! You will act as a Senior Member of the Strategic Function by contributing to the achievement of innovation-based goals through new forms of healthcare reimbursement, healthcare redesign consultation, payer/provider engagement and market offer opportunities. Leverages industry experience and expertise to promote enterprise understanding of the key areas in which the company is seeking to create competitive differentiation and establish sustainable competitive advantages in the marketplace.

What You'll Do

Proactively identify, evaluate and work to implement healthcare redesign, provider reimbursement and partnership strategies to meet Blue Cross NC’s growth objectives, as well as manage healthcare costs while improving outcomes and the healthcare experience for our members. Support and manage development efforts related to the enhancement and maintenance of our current products and market offer components. Collaborate and execute critical activities such as strategic planning, complex financial/qualitative analysis, and thought leadership at a departmental and enterprise level. Present information such as strategic concepts, planning data, medical expense/reimbursement rates, provider performance metrics and impact assessments to both internal and external audiences at all levels, including senior-level leadership. Organize, optimize, and communicate progress towards the completion of the overall work portfolio. Collaborate with and support other departments across the enterprise on both common initiatives and unique ventures, acting as a subject matter expert for healthcare delivery transformation and/or healthcare reimbursement and strategy. Identify, analyze and monitor industry, regulatory, technology and market-based trends that affect divisional operations, provider reimbursement, medical expense strategy and overall payer-provider dynamics. Utilize expertise to identify operational improvements with new analysis/reporting capabilities, project management techniques, and/or consulting/engagement approaches.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required) 5+ years of experience in related fields.
• In lieu of degree, 7+ years of experience in related field.

Bonus Points (Preferred Qualifications)

• Demonstrated experience working within Value-Based Care models, including ACOs, bundled payments, shared savings arrangements, and quality-based incentive programs.
• Strong understanding of cost-of-care drivers, care coordination workflows, program/project management, and performance metrics used in value-based programs (e.g., HEDIS, Stars, CMS quality measures).
• Ability to translate clinical, financial, and operational data into insights that drive improved quality outcomes and reduction in total cost of care.
• Experience partnering with providers, clinical teams, payers, or operational stakeholders to improve performance in value-based contracts.
• Familiarity with population health tools, risk stratification models, and patient engagement strategies.
• Proven track record of supporting initiatives that enhance patient outcomes, close care gaps, and optimize incentive achievement.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and evolving industry standards related to value-based care arrangements.

What You’ll Get

• The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that’s deeply invested in the community
• Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs
• Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education
• 401k match

Where You’ll Work

Our Hybrid Flex approach is built on presence with a purpose - giving you flexibility to work remotely with intentional in-person connection - that supports a workplace that’s flexible, connected, and future focused. In a Hybrid-Flex role, you’ll work in the office at least two days a week for collaboration and connection. In a Remote Flex role, you’ll work virtually, with a few in-office visits each year for meaningful moments that matter. Whether your role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in any states listed on this job posting. Onsite expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Salary Range

At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs. *Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance. $89,174.00 - $142,679.00

About Us

It’s an exciting time to work at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC). Health care is changing, and we’re leading the way. We offer more than health insurance our customers can count on. We’re committed to better health and better health care - in our communities and beyond. Our employees bring energy and creativity to the workplace, and it shows in our innovative approach to improving the health and well-being of North Carolinians. Blue Cross NC is a fully taxed, not-for-profit company headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. We serve more than 4.3 million members, and we employ more than 5,000 people across the country who are passionate about making health care better for all. Help us lead the charge for better health care by joining our award-winning team. Discover tremendous opportunities with us to do challenging and rewarding work. Opportunities that can lead you to a fulfilling career, work that can help others lead healthier, happier lives.

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Blue Cross NC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify HR at [e-mail].

Blue Cross NC is a Hybrid Flex company. Whether the role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in any of our approved states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.