Strategic Planner - Remote - 138308

UC San Diego Health's Strategy Office is seeking a Strategic Planner to support system-level strategy development. This role involves advising senior and physician leadership on strategic direction based on data-based insights generated from market analytics and research, and internal assessments.

Applies skills and experience as a seasoned business development professional to research and produce detailed analysis to identify business opportunities and growth-oriented strategic options. Supports planning, implementation and monitoring of new services, programs partnerships and health care innovations.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic planning: create strategic intelligence that drives executive team strategic planning and decision-making processes
• New services and program development: support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of innovative business opportunities
• Market and trend analysis: conduct market research to evaluate industry trends, analyze competitors, and identify opportunities for growth
• Cross-functional collaboration: work with different departments, such as finance, marketing, and clinical services, to align efforts with strategic objectives
• Project management: lead and manage cross-functional projects to plan for and implement strategic initiatives and ensure they are completed on time and within budget
• Communication and reporting: deliver presentations to physician leaders and senior decision-makers to communicate findings and recommendations

• Seven (7) years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus three (3) years of related experience/training. Related experience in strategic planning or business development in a hospital/health system.

• Thorough knowledge of business development concepts, practices and functions including health care research resources.

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills to perform complex market and financial analysis.

• Advanced problem solving skills to assess complex issues and develop solutions.

• Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively and effectively with multi-disciplinary, cross-functional teams.

• Well-developed written and verbal communications skills including an ability to positively interact with executives, providers and staff at all levels.

• Ability to develop comprehensive reports and presentations.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office software and database applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).

• Analytical reasoning: the ability to accurately assess situations, identify areas for improvement, and develop effective plans.

• Creative problem-solving: the capacity to develop innovative and workable solutions to complex issues.

• Adaptability: the ability to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and shifts in the health care environment.

• Leadership and collaboration: the skill to lead teams, work effectively with others, and foster a collaborative mindset.

• Business acumen: a deep understanding of health care industry, including business development concepts, practices, and functions.

• Experience with BI and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau) highly desired.

• Experience in quantitative/data analysis, Excel, pivot tables, qualitative/market research, and presentation software.

• Experience with hospital strategic planning functions.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.