Value Based Care Jobs in California
Value Based Care jobs in California are concentrated in integrated health systems, managed care organizations, and community health centers, with demand at every level from care coordinators and data analysts to medical directors and population health leads. The most active hiring metros are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Anthem Blue Cross of California, and Dignity Health maintain deep value-based programs. The specialties drawing the most consistent openings include population health management, quality improvement, and risk adjustment. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Aetna is recruiting for a Senior Manager; Value Based Contractor supporting Medicare and Medicaid and will partner with business development and network leaders to build innovative and strategic provider relationships as part of the National Value Based Solutions Specialty Partnership team. You will work collaboratively across the Network and Clinical organizations to ensure speed in market and to support segment leaders with growing our Specialty and Medicaid VBC portfolio.
You will make an impact by:
- Supporting the process for identifying, evaluating, and completing contracting with Specialty and Medicaid provider partners.
- Developing relationships with leaders of specialty or Medicaid provider organizations to design and execute on strategies for growth.
- Develop and educate leaders on specialty landscapes and what financial models are being used across the industry.
- Partnering with finance on the development of financial models and VBC contracts to support portfolio growth.
- Partnering with Network and Segment teams to ensure deployment of VBC strategies are executed timely.
- Perform market competitive analysis, engage contracting and clinical teams to create innovative value-based payment concepts.
- Work with cross functional teams to create and initiate model solution development, pilot models, and ensure initial ROI for enterprise scaling.
- Serve as a liaison among internal customers, operations, actuary, product, and analytic teams to ensure reimbursement initiatives meet the needs of internal and external customers.
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in value-based care contracting, provider relations, provider operations and/or solutions.
- Medicaid or Medicare contracting experience required, working with large specialty groups preferred
- Experience in Value Based Care financial models.
- Experience in Risk-based arrangements and Value-Based care in government services
- Adept at execution and delivery (planning, delivering, and supporting) skills.
- Strong organization and detail skills working in a highly matrixed environment.
- Ability to present and translate complex data into digestible information.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred/specialized training/relevant professional qualification.
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$67,900.00 - $199,144.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/30/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Aetna is recruiting for a Senior Manager; Value Based Contractor supporting Medicare and Medicaid and will partner with business development and network leaders to build innovative and strategic provider relationships as part of the National Value Based Solutions Specialty Partnership team. You will work collaboratively across the Network and Clinical organizations to ensure speed in market and to support segment leaders with growing our Specialty and Medicaid VBC portfolio.
You will make an impact by:
- Supporting the process for identifying, evaluating, and completing contracting with Specialty and Medicaid provider partners.
- Developing relationships with leaders of specialty or Medicaid provider organizations to design and execute on strategies for growth.
- Develop and educate leaders on specialty landscapes and what financial models are being used across the industry.
- Partnering with finance on the development of financial models and VBC contracts to support portfolio growth.
- Partnering with Network and Segment teams to ensure deployment of VBC strategies are executed timely.
- Perform market competitive analysis, engage contracting and clinical teams to create innovative value-based payment concepts.
- Work with cross functional teams to create and initiate model solution development, pilot models, and ensure initial ROI for enterprise scaling.
- Serve as a liaison among internal customers, operations, actuary, product, and analytic teams to ensure reimbursement initiatives meet the needs of internal and external customers.
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in value-based care contracting, provider relations, provider operations and/or solutions.
- Medicaid or Medicare contracting experience required, working with large specialty groups preferred
- Experience in Value Based Care financial models.
- Experience in Risk-based arrangements and Value-Based care in government services
- Adept at execution and delivery (planning, delivering, and supporting) skills.
- Strong organization and detail skills working in a highly matrixed environment.
- Ability to present and translate complex data into digestible information.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred/specialized training/relevant professional qualification.
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$67,900.00 - $199,144.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/30/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Value Based Care Job Market in California
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in value based care jobs across California.
- Active California clinical license or relevant California state credential where applicable
- Experience with value-based payment models such as capitation, bundled payments, or shared savings
- Proficiency in healthcare analytics tools and electronic health record platforms
- Knowledge of HEDIS, CAHPS, or other quality measurement frameworks used in California managed care
- Strong background in care coordination, utilization management, or population health programs
- Familiarity with California Medi-Cal managed care regulations and Covered California plan requirements
Value Based Care Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a value based care in California?
The path depends on the specific function you are pursuing within value based care. Clinical roles require an active California license issued by the relevant board, such as the Medical Board of California for physicians or the California Board of Registered Nursing for nurses. Analytical and program roles typically require a degree in health administration, public health, or a related field, along with experience in managed care, quality improvement, or population health, and certifications such as the Certified Professional in Health Quality from NAHQ strengthen applications.
Which companies hire value based cares in California?
California value based care roles are posted by Upperline Health, Keck Medicine of USC, and CVS Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large integrated systems and Medi-Cal managed care plans are among the most consistent sources of value based care openings in the state.
Which California cities have the most value based care jobs?
Los Angeles, California, and Orange have the most value based care openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its scale and concentration of major health plans and systems, while San Francisco and San Diego attract openings tied to academic medical centers, technology-forward health organizations, and the managed care infrastructure serving those large metropolitan populations.
Are there remote value based care jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most healthcare fields, because a meaningful portion of value based care work involves data analysis, care management coordination, quality reporting, and program administration rather than direct patient contact. About 100% of value based care openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how many roles can operate off-site. Population health analysts, risk adjustment coders, and utilization management reviewers are the positions most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a value based care in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a care coordination or case management associate role at a California Medi-Cal managed care plan or an integrated system such as Kaiser Permanente or Dignity Health, both of which run structured associate and training programs for early-career candidates. Lateral moves from roles such as medical coding, health insurance customer service, or community health worker positions are common entry points. Earning a Certified Professional in Health Quality credential or completing a California-accredited health administration program gives candidates a measurable edge in a competitive applicant pool.
Where can I find and apply to value based care jobs in California?
You can find and apply to value based care jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, managed care organizations, and community health programs. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and location.
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