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LifeBridge Health · 5 days ago

Mgr - Post Acute Strategy

Baltimore, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond. The Manager of Post-Acute Strategy is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and oversight of strategic initiatives related to post-acute care across the health system, focusing on improving patient outcomes and reducing readmissions.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive post-acute strategy aligned with the health system’s mission, goals, and population health objectives

Identify opportunities for growth, integration, and innovation within the post acute continuum of care

Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes

Strengthen care coordination and transition processes from acute to post-acute settings

Partner with hospital leadership, physicians, care management, and post-acute providers to reduce avoidable readmissions and improve patient experience

Evaluate and enhance clinical pathways, referral patterns, and network design

Build and manage strategic partnerships with skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), home health agencies, inpatient rehabilitation centers, hospice, and other post-acute providers

Provide insight with the value-based care team to negotiate and oversee preferred provider networks, joint ventures, and value-based arrangements

Maintain relationships with payers, community organizations, and regulatory bodies

Support financial performance of post-acute programs, identifying cost-saving opportunities and optimizing utilization

Collaborate with finance, analytics, and contracting teams to develop value-based care models

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation requirements governing post-acute services

Provide directions and mentorship to teams involved in care transitions, population health, and post-acute programs

Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for executive leadership, clinical teams, and community partners

Drive change management efforts to embed best practices across the system

Qualification

Post-acute careStrategic planningPartnership developmentCare managementHealthcare administrationFinancial oversightLicensesCertificationsLeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Required

3-5 years experience

Curr MD RN, Social Worker, Counselor or Psychologist License

Preferred

Master's Degree Master's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Basic Life Support Care Management Certification within 3 years hire (CCM - Certified Case Manager)

Benefits

Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job)

Comprehensive health plans

Free parking

Wellness programs

Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.

A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.