Population Health Equity Program Coordinator
Baltimore, MD 
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General Summary of Position
The Population Health Equity Coordinator will play a vital role in implementing strategies to advance health equity goals and implementation and coordination of population health programs within MedStar Family Choice. This position involves collaboration with internal teams, healthcare providers, and community partners to create an environment that prioritizes equity and inclusivity in all aspects of healthcare and ensures the effective delivery of population health services and improvement of health outcomes for our member population.


Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist in planning, implementation, and coordination of population health programs and interventions.
  • Coordinate the implementation of health equity programs and initiatives within the health plan, ensuring alignment with the organizational objectives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate health equity principles into the health plan's service delivery model.
  • Collect, organize, and analyze population health data to identify trends, disparities, and opportunities for intervention.
  • Collect and analyze data related to health disparities and social determinants of health.
  • Utilize data findings to inform the development of targeted interventions and initiatives to reduce disparities.
  • Contribute to the development of reports and presentations based on data findings.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with community organizations, advocacy groups, and underrepresented populations to better understand their healthcare needs.
  • Collaborate on community engagement initiatives to promote health education and awareness.
  • Work closely with healthcare providers to ensure culturally competent and equitable care delivery and seamless integration of population health initiatives into clinical care.
  • Advocate and support initiatives that enhance provider cultural competence and inclusivity.
  • Provide administrative support for population health and health equity initiatives, including scheduling meetings, maintaining documentation, and tracking metrics.
  • Collaborate with relevant departments to streamline administrative processes.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to population health outcomes.
  • Contribute to the development and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Develop and implement training programs for internal staff to enhance cultural competence and inclusivity.
  • Work with Human Resources to integrate diversity and inclusion principles into organizational policies and practices.



    • Minimum Qualifications
    Education

    • Bachelor's degree Public Health, Health Policy, or a related field required and
    • Master's degree Public Health, Health Policy, or a related field preferred

    Experience

    • 3-4 years health equity, community health or a related field required and
    • HEDIS experience, understanding of health disparities, cultural competence, and social determinants of health preferred

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Excellent verbal/written communication and organizational skills.
    • Basic computer skills.
    • Capable of working independently as well as part of a team.


    Why MedStar Health?
    At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

    • Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
    • Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
    • Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
    • More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

    About MedStar Health
    MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

    MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.

     

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    Job Summary
    Company
    MedStar Health
    Start Date
    As soon as possible
    Employment Term and Type
    Regular, Full Time
    Required Education
    Bachelor's Degree
    Required Experience
    3 to 4 years
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