Senior Manager, Primary Care and Quality Improvement Full Time

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is seeking a Senior Manager, Primary Care and Quality Improvement to support the execution and advancement of ADA’s Primary Care and Quality program portfolio. This role will contribute to the development, implementation, and dissemination of evidence-based practices aimed at improving care for individuals living with diabetes and/or obesity. The position will specifically focus on supporting primary care practices implement best practices as they relate to diabetes technology and will report to the Senior Director of Quality Partnerships.

This grant funded role is a remote position, however, candidates must reside in Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia (DMV) to support in person meetings and events (relocation not available).

Responsibilities

• Build and sustain strong, trust-based relationships with health systems, clinics, academic institutions, and community-based organizations across the country.
• Support implementation and team activities through attending in-person meetings in the DMV area
• Represent the ADA with credibility and professionalism across healthcare, nonprofit, and public settings.
• Collaborate with other ADA team members and divisions/departments, as requested.
• Support data collection, management, and integrity with contracted organizations.
• Support maintenance of records and details of policies and procedures for program application and review to ensure programmatic continuity.
• Develop and deliver presentations and program reporting to funding organizations.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work independently to manage multiple concurrent activities and complex grant portfolios
• Strong attention to detail, and proven ability to effectively manage large amounts of data and communications in an organized, timely and accurate manner
• Ability to gain and maintain strong understanding of programs and to effectively communicate and explain them to constituents in both verbal and written form
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health-related field or communications, Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in health care
• Experience working with diabetes technology (CGM, AIDs) strongly preferred
• Strong time management skills
• Experience managing multiple, concurrent projects in a matrix organization
• Experience working with primary care practices in quality improvement projects and opportunities
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and work in a team-based environment
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation and interpersonal skills to help build and manage team productivity/cohesion

WHY WORK HERE

Benefits

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) offers a rewarding career working for one of the premier voluntary health organizations in the world supporting people with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Our employees like working at the ADA because of our mission, the inclusive environment, work-life balance, our benefits and our culture:

• Industry competitive base pay ranging from $69,000 – $77,000 for this role. Base offers are determined by several factors including but not limited to your relevant work experience, education, certifications, location, internal pay equity, etc.
• A culture of recognition including new hire welcome announcements, service anniversary awards, referral bonuses, monthly All Employee Assembly, appreciation awards
• Generous Paid Time Off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days and sick days
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), disability & life insurance, pet insurance and retirement savings
• Guided by our mission, we provide top tier diabetes supply coverage through our medical benefits program
• A company focus on offering mental health programs and work/life balance with most of our employees working remote
• Joining our dedicated team affords the gratification of knowing beyond a doubt that you will impact the lives and well-being of millions