Clinical Strategy Director, Advanced Research Programs

Homeward is rearchitecting the delivery of health and care in partnership with communities everywhere, starting in rural America. Today, 60 million Americans living in rural communities are facing a crisis of access to care. In the U.S. healthcare system, rural Americans experience significantly poorer clinical outcomes. This trend is rapidly accelerating as rural hospitals close and physician shortages increase, exacerbating health disparities. In fact, Americans living in rural communities suffer a mortality rate 23 percent higher than those in urban communities, in part because of the lack of access to quality care.Our vision is care that enables everyone to achieve their best health. So, we’re creating a new healthcare delivery model that is purpose-built for rural America and directly addresses the issues that have historically limited access and quality. Homeward supports Medicare-eligible beneficiaries by partnering with health plans, providers, and communities to align incentives – taking full financial accountability for clinical outcomes and the total cost of care across rural counties.As a public benefit corporation and Certified B Corp, Homeward’s mission and business model are aligned to address the healthcare, economic, and demographic challenges that make it challenging for rural Americans to stay healthy. Our Homeward Navigation platform uses advanced analytics to connect members to the right care and local resources that address social determinants of health and improve holistic health outcomes. Since many rural communities lack adequate clinical capacity, Homeward also employs care teams that supplement local practices and reach people who cannot otherwise access care.Homeward is co-founded by a leadership team that defined and delivered Livongo’s products, and backed most recently by a $50 million series B co-led by Arch Ventures and Human Capital, with participation from General Catalyst for a total of $70 million in funding. With this leadership team and funding, Homeward is committed to bringing high-quality healthcare to rural communities in need.The OpportunityJoin us in reimagining healthcare for rural America! We’re seeking a Clinical Strategy Director who is passionate about transforming healthcare delivery through innovative clinical service design and strategic planning. This role will be instrumental in developing and launching innovative clinical services tailored for rural communities. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate clinical insights into product requirements, test solutions in simulated environments, and ultimately drive successful clinical outcomes.What you’ll do:Lead Clinical Service Development: Direct the development and enhancement of services designed to meet the unique needs of rural communities, ensuring they are both clinically effective and operationally efficient.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage closely with product management, user research, engineering, and other stakeholders to ensure clinical expertise is deeply integrated into the development process, resulting in solutions that align with the needs of both clinicians and patients.Enhance Clinical Workflows: Develop and refine strategies to optimize clinician workflows, focusing on integrated software and hardware solutions that enhance the quality of care and streamline operations.Clinical Research Leadership: Design and lead clinical research studies that evaluate the effectiveness and cost-efficiency of new services, using the findings to guide product development and inform strategic decisions.Regulatory and Compliance Oversight: Ensure all clinical service development activities adhere to relevant regulations and standards, particularly within the rural healthcare context, maintaining the highest levels of compliance and patient safety.Strategic Implementation: Prioritize and lead the launch of key clinical services, ensuring that product requirements are thoroughly validated through simulated testing and stakeholder feedback.Continuous Improvement: Monitor the performance of clinical services, gather insights from users, and adapt strategies as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes and continuous improvement.What you bring:Extensive Clinical Experience: 10+ years of experience in delivering or developing hospital clinical services, with a deep understanding of clinician/patient workflows and various healthcare delivery models. Experience as a practicing Physician; MD or DO required. Strategic Vision: Proven ability to develop and execute clinical strategies that drive innovation and improve patient outcomes, particularly in underserved rural areas.Cross-Functional Leadership: Demonstrated success in working with multidisciplinary teams, integrating clinical expertise into the product development lifecycle.Advanced Communication Skills: Superior ability to communicate complex clinical concepts in a clear, accessible manner to a wide range of stakeholders, fostering collaboration and alignment.Research and Outcomes Expertise: Strong background in designing and executing clinical research, with a focus on demonstrating the effectiveness and cost-efficiency of healthcare services.Regulatory Acumen: In-depth knowledge of regulatory and compliance standards in healthcare, with experience ensuring that new products and services meet all necessary requirements.Innovative Problem-Solving: Exceptional ability to address the unique challenges of rural healthcare delivery, developing scalable solutions that enhance both clinical and operational outcomes.Project Management Excellence: Track record of successfully managing complex clinical projects from concept through implementation, with a focus on delivering measurable results.Bonus Points:Experience in securing and managing research grants.Background in developing solutions for rural or underserved populations.What Shapes Our Company:Deep commitment to one another, the people and communities we serve, and to care that enables everyone to achieve their best health.Compassion and empathy.Curiosity and an eagerness to listen.Drive to deliver high-quality experiences, clinical care, and cost-effectiveness.Strong focus on the sustainability of our business and scalability of our services to maximize our reach and impact.Nurturing a diverse workforce, with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view.Taking our mission and business seriously, but not taking ourselves too seriously – having fun as we build!Benefits:Competitive salary, equity grant, generous paid time off.Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental & vision insurance with 100% of monthly premium covered for employees.Company-sponsored 401k plan.Flexible working arrangement.Salary: $145,000 - $210,000 annually. Salary is based on qualifications, experience, skillset, and location. At Homeward, a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you have yet to gain experience in the areas detailed above, we hope you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.Homeward is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Homeward is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.