[Remote] Interoperability Lead Product Owner at Humana

San Antonio, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years' experience in SDLC (software development life cycle) within Healthcare Product solutions, or other equivalent experience
  • Experience or understanding of Industry Standard HL7 FHIR formatting
  • Demonstrated ability to articulate ideas effectively in both written and oral forms, collaboration and team-building skills
  • Strong organizational skills; capable of handling multiple details simultaneously, with ability to move between strategic and tactical work in a dynamic environment with changing processes and priorities
  • Strong intuition about user experience and what makes a product experience great

Responsibilities

  • Lead dedicated Scrum team(s) through all SAFe Agile Ceremonies such as: Daily Stand up, PI Planning, Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective, ART Synch, Scrum of Scrums, PO Synch, System Demo, Solution Demo, etc
  • Lead your dedicated scrum team(s) through quarterly on-site PI Planning
  • Create and refine user stories for the team and maintain a robust backlog ensuring adequate workload for dev team members
  • Prioritize and assign work for development team members based on Humana’s LPM (Lean Portfolio Management) strategy with a top-down value approach
  • Manage technical relationships with external E.H.R. Partners, internal dependent technical partner teams, consuming business owners and own the end-to-end delivery of technical solutions ensuring all parties involved are aligned with the delivery and timelines of the same
  • Manage internal communications with Interoperability Principal Product Managers, Lead Product Managers, IT Directors and AVPs, IT Solution Managers, Tech Leads, Solution Architects, Application Architects, Scrum Masters
  • Remove blockers and drive delivery of the technical solution for product initiatives
  • Lead communications and drive discussions with other Humana teams to achieve product team goals such as Humana’s PIRC (Protected Information Review Council) and Internal Business Leaders and stakeholders for consuming business teams such as Stars, MRA, Care Plus, Clinical and many more
  • Ensure the alignment of delivery timelines meets our strategic goals for Interop Products and our partners’ strategic goals
  • Decompose High Level Architecture and apply that understanding to the work breakdown and strategy for development and consumption
  • Stay apprised and understand Interoperability regulatory and compliance requirements from CMS distilling those into product technical requirements for development teams to deliver
  • Ensure maximum value is delivered to the enterprise through the work of the team(s)
  • Function and acquire expertise across multiple Interoperability Product Areas, not just one
  • Develop subject matter expertise and share your acquired knowledge base with others who need to learn

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SAFeAgileScrumPI PlanningSprint PlanningBacklog RefinementUser StoriesLean Portfolio ManagementLPMInteroperabilityEHR

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this position?

This is a full-time position.

Is this role remote or does it require on-site work?

The role requires quarterly on-site PI Planning, but other work arrangements are not specified.

What are the key responsibilities or skills needed for the Lead Interoperability Product Owner role?

Key responsibilities include leading Scrum teams through SAFe Agile ceremonies, creating and refining user stories, prioritizing backlogs based on Lean Portfolio Management strategy, managing relationships with external EHR partners and internal stakeholders, and ensuring alignment on delivery timelines and regulatory compliance.

What is the work environment or team structure like at Humana for this role?

The role involves leading dedicated Scrum team(s) in an Agile environment using SAFe practices, collaborating with stakeholders like Principal Product Managers, IT Directors, AVPs, Tech Leads, and external EHR partners, while working under minimal supervision.

What makes a strong candidate for this Interoperability Lead Product Owner position?

Strong candidates should have experience leading Agile Scrum teams through SAFe ceremonies, managing product backlogs and user stories, handling stakeholder relationships including external partners, and knowledge of interoperability regulations and compliance.

Humana

Health insurance provider for seniors and military

About Humana

Humana provides health and well-being services, focusing on Medicare Advantage plans for seniors, military personnel, and communities. Their plans include HMO, PPO, and PFFS options, designed to improve health outcomes through comprehensive and flexible coverage. Humana's revenue comes from government contracts and member premiums, and they aim to maintain high renewal rates by offering quality service and competitive benefits. The company stands out by fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging among its employees, while also ensuring accessibility for all members, including offering free language interpreter services. Humana's goal is to deliver value to its members through an extensive provider network and innovative health solutions.

Louisville, KentuckyHeadquarters
1961Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Potential over-reliance on AI could disrupt operations if systems fail or are compromised.
Rising medical costs and tightening Medicare reimbursements may strain financial performance.
Leadership change with new CEO Jim Rechtin could lead to strategic disruptions.

Differentiation

Humana is a leader in Medicare Advantage plans, focusing on seniors and military personnel.
The company emphasizes inclusivity, offering free language interpreter services for accessibility.
Humana leverages AI and cloud technologies through a partnership with Google Cloud.

Upsides

Humana's investment in Healthpilot enhances digital enrollment for Medicare options.
The company is the first insurer to cover TMS therapy for adolescent depression.
Humana's focus on value-based care aims to improve outcomes for kidney disease patients.

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