Healthcare Integration & Partnerships Consultant (Temporary - Application Process Only)

Job Title: Healthcare Integration & Partnerships ConsultantDepartment: Business Development / Strategic PartnershipsLocation: Hybrid (Remote & On-Site as needed)Reports To: CEO / Head of Business Development

About Lex Medical

Lex Medical is a healthcare solutions provider specializing in telemedicine, rural healthcare, and medical outreach. Our latest innovation is a digital health platform designed to connect patients with healthcare providers seamlessly. We are on a mission to expand healthcare access across Nigeria and beyond through cutting-edge technology and strategic partnerships.

Job Overview

This is a temporary role limited to the application process for Lex Medicals strategic initiatives. The Healthcare Integration & Partnerships Consultant will assist in developing partnerships with hospitals, pharmacies, and Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) for CareKonnect. The ideal candidate will have experience in healthcare technology, provider network development, and regulatory compliance, ensuring seamless onboarding and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

• Identify and establish strategic partnerships with hospitals, pharmacies, and HMOs.
• Negotiate integration agreements and ensure partner compliance with CareKonnects requirements.
• Develop and implement strategies to strengthen engagement with healthcare partners.

Healthcare System Integration

• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure seamless API integration and data exchange between CareKonnect and healthcare providers.
• Facilitate onboarding by understanding hospital EMR systems and insurance claim processing.
• Ensure interoperability with industry and regulatory standards such as NHIA, HIPAA, HL7, and FHIR.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Stay updated on healthcare regulations and ensure all integrations comply with Nigerian healthcare policies.
• Conduct due diligence on potential partners to mitigate risks related to licensing, service quality, and fraud prevention.

Operational & Process Optimization

• Develop and standardize onboarding processes for healthcare providers.
• Track and optimize performance metrics such as onboarding time, service availability, and claim processing speed.
• Establish SOPs for integration and partner management.

Strategy & Growth

• Identify emerging trends in healthcare technology, telemedicine, and HMO management.
• Provide recommendations for product improvements based on user feedback.
• Work with the marketing team to develop B2B engagement campaigns.

Qualifications & SkillsRequired Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare consulting, provider relations, or healthtech integration.
• Strong knowledge of hospital operations, pharmacy supply chains, and HMO processes.
• Familiarity with Nigerian healthcare regulations (NHIA, NPHCDA).
• Experience in telemedicine, health insurance, or medical outreach is a plus.

Technical & Business Skills:

• Knowledge of health information systems (EMR, API, HL7, FHIR standards).
• Experience in healthcare contract negotiations and service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Ability to analyze market trends and recommend strategic growth initiatives.
• Proficiency in CRM tools (Salesforce, HubSpot) and data analytics (Excel, Power BI, SQL is a plus).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with technical and business teams.
• Passion for digital health innovation and improving healthcare access.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of healthcare providers onboarded per quarter.
• Time taken for successful integrations (API, operational workflows).
• Retention rate of partners after 6-12 months.
• Compliance adherence (regulatory approvals, data security standards).
• User satisfaction ratings from hospitals, pharmacies, and HMOs.

Career Growth & Future Impact

• Opportunity to contribute to expansion across Nigeria and Africa.
• Potential for future engagement based on project success and funding.
• Work on high-impact digital health projects aimed at revolutionizing healthcare access.

Important Notice

This role is temporary and will only be active during the application process. Further engagement beyond this phase is subject to project funding and approval

Job Type: Full-time