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Blue Cross of Idaho · 3 weeks ago

Director AI & Innovation

Meridian, ID

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$150K/yr - $225K/yr

10+ years exp

Blue Cross of Idaho is a healthcare payer organization seeking a Head of AI and Innovation to lead the design and execution of artificial intelligence and emerging technology strategies. This role focuses on driving enterprise innovation to enhance member engagement and improve operational outcomes while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Health InsuranceInsurance

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and execute an enterprise AI and innovation roadmap aligned with payer strategy, digital transformation, and regulatory frameworks

Serve as a thought leader on how AI, machine learning (ML), and automation can improve claims accuracy, utilization management, provider experience, member service, and other areas of the business

Cultivate a culture of innovation across technology and business functions, emphasizing measurable business impact and responsible experimentation

Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI/ML and intelligent automation (e.g., NLP, RPA, GenAI, Agentic) solutions across payer functions such as claims adjudication, call centers, prior authorization, and analytics

Partner with Enterprise Data and IT to operationalize models on modern data platforms and ensure scalability and governance

Build an AI Center of Excellence (CoE) to standardize best practices, accelerate model deployment, and support business-led innovation

Identify high-value opportunities to modernize processes and improve outcomes for members, providers, and internal teams

Manage a structured innovation pipeline — from ideation and proof of concept to pilot and enterprise scaling

Collaborate with strategic vendors, startups, and academic partners to explore new technologies (e.g., predictive analytics, GenAI, digital twins, conversational AI)

Define and implement frameworks for ethical, explainable, and compliant AI use consistent with HIPAA, CMS, and state regulatory requirements

Partner with Legal, Compliance, and Risk functions to ensure AI models and innovation initiatives meet privacy, fairness, and transparency standards

Build and lead a cross-functional team of AI engineers, data scientists, and innovation strategists

Champion workforce AI literacy and innovation training across departments

Promote diversity of thought and inclusive design in innovation initiatives

Qualification

AI/ML platformsAutomation technologiesHealthcare data standardsDigital transformationLeadership experienceCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsStrategic thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or equivalent work experience (Two years' relevant work experience is equivalent to one-year college)

10+ years' experience in technology and innovation, to include leadership preferably within healthcare or regulated industries

Proven success deploying Digital or AI/automation at scale

Strong knowledge of Digital/AI/ML platforms, automation technologies (RPA, NLP, GenAI), and data architectures

Ability to translate emerging technologies into operational and clinical value

Understanding of healthcare data standards (HIPAA, FHIR, HL7) and regulatory environments

Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills

Strategic thinker with a bias for measurable outcomes and innovation scalability

Benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Community service and self-care days

Medical/dental/vision/pharmacy insurance

401(k) matching and non-contributory plan

Life insurance

Short and long term disability

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance plan (EAP)

Adoption assistance program

Paid family leave program

Company

Blue Cross of Idaho

Blue Cross of Idaho operates as a health insurance company.

Founded in 1945

Meridian, Idaho, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.bcidaho.com/

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