Physician Healthcare Leadership Rotational Program - August 2026

Position Overview

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first. The Physician Healthcare Leader provides strategic advice and guidance to functional teams and is designed to develop leaders with enterprise-wide thinking through a structured 3-year rotational program. Participants gain hands‐on experience in strategy, finance, analytics, and operations while working closely with senior leaders to advance key initiatives in integrated care delivery.

This position offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally through diverse rotations, executive mentorship, leadership development, and enterprise impact, ultimately preparing you for future leadership roles within Humana.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Rotational Assignments – Over the three-year program, complete up to four distinct rotations in business units such as Corporate Development, Strategic Planning, Market Operations, and more.
• Executive Mentorship and Advisors – Collaborate with senior leaders to receive targeted mentorship, executive advice, and personalized career coaching.
• Leadership Development – Engage in a tailored curriculum and robust peer networking while contributing to high-profile strategic projects.
• Enterprise Impact – Bring innovative, outside-in perspectives to support integrated care delivery and contribute to Humana's strategic direction.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in people management or team leadership
• At least 1-2 years of experience leading projects or initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary settings
• Proven relationship management skills
• Strong executive presence and professional communication abilities
• Excellent analytical skills with demonstrated proficiency in working with data
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Willingness and ability to relocate to either Louisville, KY or Washington, DC
• Must not require sponsorship to work in the United States either now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional MBA or other advanced professional degree program (e.g., MPH, MMM, PhD, JD; credentialing not required for other degrees)
• Clinical practice experience
• Active board certification or board eligible
• Expertise in value-based care and provider risk
• Familiarity with healthcare contracting and regulatory environments
• Financial analytics experience
• Direct profit and loss (P&L) management experience
• Background in operations, product management, marketing/brand management, and information technology
• Exposure to artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Experience with Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and government healthcare contracting (including TRICARE)

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $126,300 - $173,700 per year
• Schedule: 40 hours per week
• Location: Initial assignment in Louisville, KY or Washington, DC; subsequent rotations in Louisville, KY; Washington, DC; Nashville, TN; and New York, NY
• Benefits: Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, holidays, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and more
• Eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance
• Relocation assistance provided as needed