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Implementation Innovation Director (Innovation Dir)

_Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law._ **_Alternate locations may be considered if candidate resides within a commutable distance from an office._**

The **Implementation Innovation Director** is responsible for building, managing, gaining internal buy-in, advancing and piloting a portfolio of possible innovative solutions that will support the business growth opportunities and strategic vision.

How you will make an impact:

+ Develop relationships with the business units to identify opportunities for innovation by understanding problems, needs, and ideas from the business, the customers, and the members and effectively formulates innovative solutions.

+ Build a pipeline of ideas, manage the pipeline, and prioritize the pipeline through criteria that ensures alignment to the strategic pillars and desired focus areas.

+ Explore vendors and technologies in the market that could provide a solution or component of a solution, and make build, buy, partner recommendations.

+ Establishes a variety of metrics (clinical effectiveness, adoption, financial, etc.) designed to track the effectiveness of start-up solutions and emerging technologies and solutions at meeting organizational targets.

+ Shepherd innovation initiatives by assuming a program leadership role as part of the multi-disciplinary team.

+ Track and report on ideas in the pipeline and on pilots that are in development and getting launched.

+ Develop and implement process improvement strategies.

+ Lead the planning phase to ensure successful execution of implementation initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

Requires an BA/BS degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field of study and a minimum of 15 years experience in information technology, healthcare, consulting, and/or consumer technologies; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:

+ Ability to align innovation initiatives with organizational strategy and long-term goals preferred.

+ Proven track record of developing productive relationships across diverse business units and stakeholder groups preferred.

+ Expertise in evaluating technologies, processes and solutions to make informed recommendations preferred.

+ Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects from ideation to implementation preferred.

+ Strong ability to articulate ideas, progress and results to executive leadership and broader audiences preferred.

+ Demonstrated success in developing and implementing process improvement strategies preferred.

For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary* range for this specific position is $159,896 to $239,844.

Locations: Illinois, Minnesota

In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws _._

* The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.