Lead product strategy and roadmap for healthcare software in ambulatory settings. Manage and mentor product managers, collaborate cross-functionally, ensure regulatory compliance, drive user-centered innovation, and improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Job Description:
The Director, Specialty Markets will manage our healthcare software solutions. This is a crucial role in helping define and execute our product strategy, focusing on innovation, customer and user-centric solutions in the industry. This role will lead a team of product managers and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance & launch products that improve healthcare delivery, patient outcomes, and operational efficiencies.- Help define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap aligned with business goals and market opportunities.
- Champion a customer-first approach by deeply understanding user needs, market trends, and competitive landscape.
- Manage and mentor a team of product managers, providing guidance on business case development, prioritization, roadmap planning, and execution.
- Create a collaborative and innovative environment, ensuring quality and on-time deliverable.
- Guide the entire product lifecycle from ideation to product sunset, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory requirements in healthcare IT.
- Cross functional collaboration with engineering, design, marketing, and operations teams to deliver scalable and impactful solutions.
- Identify new opportunities, emerging technologies, and competitive threats with market research.
- Continuously improve product performance and user experience utilizing data driven insights
- Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, including healthcare providers, IT professionals, executives, and external partners.
- Communicate product strategy, milestones, and performance metrics effectively to gain buy-in and support.
- Stay informed about healthcare regulations and ensure products adhere to compliance standards and best practices.
- Perform other duties that support the overall objective of the position.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, software engineering discipline, or a related field.
- Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required qualifications for the position.
- 10+ years of successful management experience.
- 8+ years of experience working on “technology-powered products” as either a product manager, designer, engineer, analyst, or implementer/trainer.
- 5+ years of experience as a Product Manager with the ability to speak to your measurable successes.
- Experience within an Ambulatory Healthcare environment which can be attained through positions such as office manager, medical assistant, or systems analyst.
- Proven track record in product management within healthcare IT, demonstrating progressively increasing levels of responsibility and achievement.
- Knowledge of: Deep understanding of healthcare technology, product management best practices. Solid understanding of healthcare IT systems, interoperability standards, EMRs, telehealth, and digital health solutions.
- Skill in: Strong leadership and management skills with experience in leading and developing high-performing teams. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate ideas and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to: Think strategically, analyze complex problems, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
NextGen Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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