Sr. Clinical Portfolio Manager, Speech Therapy at Cohere Health

<p><strong>Opportunity Overview:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Cohere Health is seeking a detail-oriented and outcomes-driven Senior Clinical Portfolio Manager to oversee the day-to-day execution of one of our new Speech Therapy Program. Reporting to VP, Clinical Programs, each Senior Clinical Portfolio Manager will be responsible for managing a specific program’s operations and outcomes, ensuring delivery aligns with Cohere’s strategic objectives, client commitments, and member impact. Working closely with a Business Analyst for data support and reporting, the Senior Clinical Portfolio Manager will serve as the central coordinator across Clinical Strategy, Clinical Operations, Analytics, and Client Success.</p> <p>This role is ideal for an innovative leader who can manage the details of program execution while keeping sight of long-term outcomes — ensuring that program delivery is consistent, measurable, and continuously improving.</p> <p><strong>What you’ll do:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Program Development, Execution &amp; Coordination:</li> <li> <ul> <li>Own the day-to-day management of the speech therapy program, ensuring deliverables, timelines, and milestones are achieved</li> <li>Translate program-level strategy and roadmap (set by VP of Clinical Programs and Clinical Strategy Physician) into tactical plans, initiatives, and workstreams to continue to drive program innovation</li> <li>Own and maintain the program’s rolling 18-month roadmap</li> <li>Drive cross-functional alignment with enabling teams (Strategy Physicians, Operations, Analytics, Client Success, Finance)</li> <li>Ensure consistency of program management practices and adherence to internal SLAs</li> </ul> </li> <li>Performance Tracking &amp; Reporting: <ul> <li>Track key performance metrics (e.g., clinical accuracy, denial/approval trends, turnaround time, MedEx savings, quality measures)</li> <li>Partner with Business Analyst to gather, interpret, and present data-driven insights</li> <li>Monitor program dashboards and ensure data integrity in performance reporting</li> <li>Proactively monitor performance and provide guidance / context to the Business Analyst in terms of root cause analysis approach</li> <li>Conduct regular performance reviews and escalate risks or blockers to the VP, Clinical Programs</li> </ul> </li> <li>Continuous Improvement: <ul> <li>Identify operational gaps and opportunities for improvement across processes, clinical operations, and technology</li> <li>Collaborate with Business Analyst and Analytics to design data-informed solutions</li> <li>Support development of program playbooks, operational guides, and process enhancements</li> </ul> </li> <li>Stakeholder Engagement: <ul> <li>Act as the primary operational point of contact for assigned program, ensuring seamless communication with internal stakeholders</li> <li>Support client-facing meetings and materials in partnership with VP, Clinical Programs and Client Success</li> <li>Ensure readiness for external program reviews (e.g., QBRs, program updates)</li> <li>Interface with clients directly as needed in partnership with clinical success regarding detailed clinical program needs</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>What you’ll need:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field</li> <li>Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or a related field preferred. Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) strongly preferred.</li> <li>7+ years in clinical practice + program or project management, preferably in utilization management, or healthcare technology</li> <li>Proven success in managing complex, cross-functional initiatives with measurable impact</li> <li>Experience collaborating with analytics teams and interpreting data to inform decision-making</li> <li>Strong organizational and execution skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>Analytical mindset with ability to Interpret data into actionable insights</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication; skilled at presenting findings to diverse stakeholders</li> <li>Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable; comfortable operating in a matrixed environment</li> <li>Familiarity with healthcare regulations, payer operations, and value-based care models preferred</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Pay &amp; Perks:</strong></p> <p>💻 Fully remote opportunity with about 5% travel</p> <p>🩺 Medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Program&nbsp;</p> <p>📈 401K retirement plan with company match; flexible spending and health savings account&nbsp;</p> <p>🏝️ Flex Time Off + company holidays</p> <p>👶 Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave&nbsp;</p> <p>🐶 Pet insurance &nbsp;</p> <p>The salary range for this position is $135,000 to $150,000 annually; as part of a total benefits package which includes health insurance, 401k and bonus. In accordance with state applicable laws, Cohere is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Individual pay decisions are ultimately based on a number of factors, including but not limited to qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and internal alignment.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Interview Process*:</strong></p> <ol> <li>Connect with Talent Acquisition for a Preliminary Phone Screening</li> <li>Behavioral Interview(s)</li> <li>Meet your Hiring Manager!</li> </ol> <p>*Subject to change</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About Cohere Health:</strong></p> <p>Cohere Health’s clinical intelligence platform and agentic AI-powered solutions connect health plans’ strategic goals and providers’ needs, optimizing the speed, cost, and quality of care. With an enterprise approach that streamlines payer-provider decision-making across the care continuum–including policy, prior authorization, payment accuracy, and more–the company improves collaboration and reduces burden, resulting in up to 8x ROI and 94% provider satisfaction.&nbsp;</p> <p>With the acquisition of ZignaAI, we’ve further enhanced our platform by launching our Payment Integrity Suite, anchored by Cohere Validate™, an AI-driven clinical and coding validation solution that operates in near real-time. By unifying pre-service authorization data with post-service claims validation, we’re creating a transparent healthcare ecosystem that reduces waste, improves payer-provider collaboration and patient outcomes, and ensures providers are paid promptly and accurately.</p> <p>Cohere Health’s innovations continue to receive industry wide recognition. We’ve been named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list and in the Gartner® Hype Cycle™ for U.S. Healthcare Payers (2022-2025), and ranked as a Top 5 LinkedIn™ Startup for 2023 &amp; 2024. Backed by leading investors such as Deerfield Management, Define Ventures, Flare Capital Partners, Longitude Capital, and Polaris Partners.&nbsp;</p> <p>The Coherenauts, as we call ourselves, who succeed here are empathetic teammates who are candid, kind, caring, and embody <a href="https://coherehealth.com/our-story">our core values and principles</a>. We believe that diverse, inclusive teams make the most impactful work. Cohere is deeply invested in ensuring that we have a supportive, growth-oriented environment that works for everyone.</p> <p><strong>We can’t wait to learn more about you and meet you at Cohere Health!</strong></p> <p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Cohere Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all.&nbsp; To us, it’s personal.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>#LI-Remote</p> <p>#BI-Remote</p>