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Product Owner- Healthcare Consulting

Cognizant
Cognizant
5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 8, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Product Owner – Healthcare Consulting (Senior Consultant)

Job ID: 00066593472
Location: Chennai, India (Hybrid)
Job Category: Technology & Healthcare Consulting
Work Model: Hybrid
Experience Required: 5+ years in healthcare consulting or product ownership


Job Summary

Cognizant is seeking a Product Owner / Senior Consultant to join our Healthcare Consulting team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of healthcare systems, including D-SNP, Claims, Enrolment, Encounters, Medicare, Medicaid, PBM, and Provider networks. As a Product Owner, you will guide the development, optimization, and delivery of healthcare consulting products and services, translating client needs into actionable product requirements while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

This role offers the opportunity to impact healthcare delivery, improve patient outcomes, and work in an innovative, data-driven environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Product Vision & Strategy: Define and communicate product vision, aligning it with client needs, market trends, and organizational goals.

  • Backlog Management: Develop, prioritize, and maintain the product backlog, ensuring alignment with client requirements and evolving healthcare industry standards.

  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with clients, internal teams, and consultants to gather requirements, feedback, and insights for continuous product improvement.

  • User Stories & Acceptance Criteria: Create clear user stories to guide development teams and ensure features meet client expectations.

  • Sprint Planning: Lead agile sprint planning sessions and ensure development teams understand product goals and deliverables.

  • Product Releases: Manage product release planning, execution, and post-release evaluation to ensure smooth adoption and client satisfaction.

  • Performance Monitoring: Track product performance metrics and analyze risks to inform data-driven decisions.

  • Market Awareness: Stay updated on healthcare industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to keep products competitive and innovative.


Qualifications

  • Education: MBA or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).

  • Experience:

    • 5+ years in healthcare consulting, product ownership, or related roles in technology-focused environments.

    • Practical experience in D-SNP, Claims, Enrolment, Encounters, Medicare, Medicaid, PBM, and Provider systems.

    • Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools.

  • Skills:

    • Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills.

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

    • Ability to collaborate in fast-paced, cross-functional teams.

    • Knowledge of healthcare industry trends, regulations, and best practices.


Why Join Cognizant

  • Impact: Contribute to transformative healthcare solutions that improve patient care.

  • Innovation: Work with forward-thinking teams focused on creative problem solving and digital transformation.

  • Growth: Access to professional development and career advancement opportunities.

  • Culture: Collaborate in a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment.


Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

  • Paid Holidays and PTO

  • 401(k) contributions

  • Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan


Equal Opportunity

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering inclusion and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.