Davita

Manager, Operations Strategy and Innovation

Davita$85K — $135K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-6 years experience in management consulting, process engineering, investment banking, or corporate strategy role
  • Experience in large-scale business transformation with measurable operating or financial impact
  • Healthcare industry experience preferred
  • Management of individual work streams and communications with senior executives
  • Ability to build complex financial models and analyses

Responsibilities

  • Lead high-priority COO initiatives focusing on operational growth strategies
  • Drive large-scale operational model changes to enhance efficiency
  • Develop integrated care business models and innovative healthcare strategies
  • Utilize a first-principles approach to problem analysis with teams
  • Identify and validate business opportunities through hypothesis-based methods
  • Leverage continuous improvement tools to foster improvement initiatives
  • Build and present analytical findings compellingly to senior management

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Generous paid time off and PTO cash out options
  • Family resources, including backup childcare and elder care assistance
  • Access to mental health support and wellness programs
  • Professional development with various career growth programs and online courses
Full Job Description

Posting Date

09/09/2026

2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States of America

Manager, Operations Strategy and Innovation

Denver, CO (Hybrid - Tuesday-Thursday in office)


The Manager, Operations Innovation, will work on high priority COO initiatives by collaborating with senior operating leaders of DaVita Healthcare Partners. Topics will likely include:

  • Operationalizing growth strategies across Kidney Care, International, Healthcare Partners and DaVita Strategic Business Units

  • Large-scale operating model changes to drive efficiencies create healthcare transformation

  • Integrated care business model development

  • Introduction and incubation of disruptive healthcare strategies

  • Commercializing portfolio of assets 

  • Business unit-specific operations strategy 

The Manager will lead a team of highly motivated individuals with management consulting, investment banking and clinical experience, and is expected to effectively manage individual work streams and communicate recommendations to business unit leads and senior executives. 


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Demonstrates first-principles thinking in analyzing problems and engaging with teammates 

  • Leverages hypotheses-based approach to identify, validate and quantify opportunities 

  • Develops and improves credible and pragmatic analytical approaches and frameworks 

  • Leverages continuous improvement tools (Lean, Six-Sigma, PDCA) to structure and incubate improvement opportunities 

  • Builds complex models and conducts financial planning and analyses to assess impact on business metrics

  • Conveys findings in a cohesive story, including summarizing insights from analysis; builds appropriate horizontal and vertical logic in presentation decks

  • Presents comfortably and compellingly to senior audiences

  • Works closely with teammates in the clinics and develops long-standing relationships with operators  and clinicians 

  • 10%-25% travel may be required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • 4-6 years of work experience in management consulting, process engineering, investment banking or a  corporate strategy role preferred 

  • Experience supporting large-scale business transformation teams with tangible impact on operating/financial performance 

  • Healthcare background preferred 

Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

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What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

  • Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
  • Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
  • Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

The Salary Range for the role is $85,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year.

 

 

For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits  

  

About Davita

Since 1992, HealthCare Partners has been committed to developing innovative models of healthcare delivery that improve our patients' quality of life while containing healthcare costs. Our strength is in our steadfast commitment to our guiding principle of coordinated care. Our physicians strive daily to bring the benefits of coordinated care to more than 575,000 managed care patients in California, who represent the diversity of cultures, socioeconomic groups, ages, and health statuses in the communities we serve.

DaVita Careers

Join DaVita, a leader in healthcare services, and become part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and a commitment to providing quality care. At DaVita, we offer a range of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that fosters growth and diversity.

Work You’ll Do

At DaVita, we are dedicated to a collaborative team environment where each member’s skills are valued and nurtured. Our focus on professional development and leadership training ensures that every team member can reach their full potential. Whether you are looking for a position in healthcare, administration, or support, DaVita offers a path for career advancement and personal growth.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. DaVita is committed to leading the healthcare industry by adopting new technologies and practices that improve patient care. Our leadership in the healthcare sector is driven by a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

DaVita offers a wide range of employment opportunities and internships that provide hands-on experience and the chance to make meaningful contributions. From clinical roles to corporate positions, our company is looking for passionate, curious, and driven individuals. Explore where your career can take you with DaVita.

Grow Your Career

With DaVita, you are encouraged to grow both professionally and personally. Our benefits package is designed to support our team members’ health, well-being, and financial growth. We believe in nurturing our employees' careers with robust training programs, including diversity training and skills development workshops.

Be Part of Our Culture

At DaVita, we pride ourselves on a workplace culture that promotes diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team inspires innovation and enhances our ability to provide top-notch care. Our employees enjoy a supportive network that fosters open communication and continuous learning.

Join Our Team

Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for creative, solution-driven team players who are passionate about making a difference. At DaVita, you’ll find a community where you can build a rewarding career.

Stay Connected

Keep up to date with the latest in career opportunities at DaVita. Personalize your job search and receive alerts about new positions that align with your career goals. Stay ahead with insider perspectives and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work here.

Networking and Professional Development

Engage with a vast network of professionals and take advantage of networking opportunities that can lead to valuable career advancements. At DaVita, we encourage our team members to connect, share, and learn from each other to enhance their professional and personal development.

Interview and Resume Tips

Prepare for your future with DaVita by accessing resources that help you craft your resume and hone your interview skills. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract individuals who are ready to make a significant impact in the healthcare industry. Join DaVita today and be part of a company that is as dedicated to its employees as it is to its patients. Explore the possibilities and find out how you can contribute to our mission of providing exceptional care.
Learn more about Davita
Size
69,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$773.6 million
Founded
1992
5 Year Trend
+1.6%
Revenue
$11.5 billion
NASDAQ

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