Sr. Manager, Strategic Technology Applications
Habitat Health · Sacramento, CA · 1 wk ago
RemoteRemoteEngineering$147k–$171k/yrFull-time
Role Scope
We are hiring a Senior Manager, Strategic Technology Applications to help build and operate the technology application layer across Habitat Health’s growing PACE organization.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary owner and subject matter expert for a portfolio of strategic technology applications, beginning with call/communications platforms (TalkDesk) and expanding to additional systems over time
- Manage end-to-end application lifecycle: vendor relationship management, configuration, access provisioning, issue resolution, upgrades, and roadmap planning
- Maintain documentation for all owned systems, including configuration guides, workflow SOPs, and user support materials
- Ensure applications are properly integrated with adjacent systems (e.g., Epic, Salesforce, ancillary clinical tools) and support data integrity across platforms
- Lead or co-lead technology application implementations for new PACE centers, including system configuration, workflow validation, user acceptance testing, and go-live support
- Develop and execute application readiness plans aligned to center launch timelines
- Coordinate with cross-functional partners (Practice Operations, Growth, Clinical, IT) to ensure applications are launch-ready and staff are trained
- Build repeatable implementation playbooks that support Habitat Health’s continued growth
- Own day-to-day vendor relationships for managed applications, including performance management, escalations, contract oversight support, and roadmap alignment
- Evaluate and recommend new technology solutions in partnership with the Director of Strategic Technology Applications; support build-vs-buy assessments and vendor selection processes
- Serve as a trusted internal partner and resource for clinical, operational, and growth teams on technology application needs and capabilities
- Represent the Strategic Technology Applications team in cross-functional forums, governance bodies, and project teams
- Develop and deliver training materials and onboarding programs for managed applications, tailored to diverse end-user roles across clinical, operational, and administrative functions
- Partner with the Principal Trainer, Epic and other training resources to ensure coordinated rollout of new tools and workflow changes
- Track adoption metrics and user feedback, and use insights to inform configuration improvements and ongoing support strategies
- Support change management planning for system upgrades, new feature rollouts, and workflow redesigns
Qualifications and Competencies
- 5+ years of experience in healthcare technology, health IT, or a related field, with hands-on ownership of enterprise software applications
- Demonstrated experience managing or implementing SaaS/cloud-based applications in a healthcare setting (experience with call center platforms, CRM, or clinical ancillary systems a plus)
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously
- Proven ability to translate business and clinical requirements into technology configurations and workflow improvements
- Comfortable working with both technical vendors and non-technical clinical/operational stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear documentation, SOPs, and executive-facing updates
- Experience supporting multi-site healthcare operations or rapid program expansion preferred
- Familiarity with PACE, Medicare/Medicaid, or other regulated healthcare environments preferred
Nice to Have
- Experience with TalkDesk, Salesforce, Abridge, or other contact center / ambient AI documentation tools
- Exposure to health plan systems (claims, eligibility, encounter submissions) or risk adjustment platforms
- Background in change management methodology