Product Manager, Palliative care

Company: Risant Health
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description Risant Health, a nonprofit affiliate of Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, is transforming healthcare by accelerating the adoption of value-based care across community health systems. Headquartered in the Washington, DC area, Risant Health partners with nonprofit, community-based systems—starting with Geisinger—to expand access to care that prioritizes health outcomes and affordability. Backed by nearly 80 years of Kaiser Permanente’s value-based care expertise, Risant Health operates independently to support its portfolio of health systems with shared resources, strategic guidance, and operational support—while preserving their community roots. Job Description The VBP Product Manager will support the development and execution of product strategies to drive business growth and meet a series of end-user needs by working in tight collaboration with the appropriate clinical discipline team to ensure alignment with clinical requirements and best-practices, right care models, and value-based care outcomes. The Product Manager will collaborate with inter-disciplinary teams, including clinical, product, value realization, tech and engineering, program management, and data insights and analytics to define product requirements, prioritize features, and deliver the VBP solution to launch, assessing impact and continuing to build, enhance and innovate products based on key data insights. Qualifications Principal Duties and Responsibilities Product Strategy & Roadmap: Define and maintain a strategic product vision aligned with business goals, supported by market research and competitive analysis. Develop and manage a dynamic product roadmap with prioritized features, milestones, and timelines. Requirements & Development Oversight: Gather and document business, user, and compliance requirements, translating them into clear functional and technical specifications. Oversee agile product development to ensure timely, on-budget delivery that meets specifications. Stakeholder & Team Collaboration: Foster strong relationships across clinical, technical, and leadership teams to ensure alignment and effective communication. Act as the central point for approvals, escalations, and cross-functional coordination. Risk & Resource Management: Identify and mitigate development and adoption risks while managing resources to maintain focus on priorities without disruption. Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement: Track KPIs to assess product success and guide enhancements. Lead retrospectives and integrate feedback to drive ongoing product and process improvements. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, Social Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience OR four (4) additional years of directly related experience Experience: Seven (7) years of experience in product management or related roles Required certifications or licensures Certifications in product management or Agile methodologies (e.g., APM, PO/PM, SAFe) Preferred Technical Competencies Product Strategy & Delivery: Demonstrated success in building and managing product roadmaps, prioritization frameworks, and delivering impactful products as a Product Analyst or Product Owner. Agile & Project Management Expertise: Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and best practices, with hands-on proficiency in tools like Jira, Figma, Mural, Miro, and Confluence Preferred Education and Experience Experienced in forming and guiding teams, setting clear agreements, KPIs, and goals to drive alignment and performance Experience collaborating with inter-disciplinary teams and managing stakeholder relationships Passion for innovation and enhancing customer experiences, particularly in healthcare settings within multi-payer and multi-provider ecosystems Additional Information Compensation and Benefits: The projected base salary for this position ranges from $127,500 - $168,300 depending on experience and qualifications. This role is also eligible for incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, retirement savings, and relocation support as applicable. Join us! If you are passionate about improving healthcare through innovative solutions and want to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. Risant Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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