Provider Network Manager

Provider Network ManagerAmerican Health Plans, a division of Franklin, Tennessee-based American Health Partners Inc. owns and operates Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) for seniors who reside in long-term care facilities. In partnership with nursing home operators, these Medicare Advantage plans manage medical risk by improving patient care to reduce emergency room visits and avoidable hospitalizations. This division currently operates in Tennessee, Georgia, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Utah, Texas, Mississippi, Iowa, Idaho, Louisiana, and Indiana with planned expansion into other states in 2025.If you would like to be part of a collaborative, supportive and caring team, we look forward to receiving your application! Benefits and Perks include: Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision insurance optionsGenerous paid time-off program and paid holidays for full time staffTeleDoc 24/7/365 access to doctorsOptional short- and long-term disability plansEmployee Assistance Plan (EAP)401K retirement accounts with company matchEmployee Referral Bonus Program JOB SUMMARY: The Provider Network Manager is primarily responsible for establishing CMS-compliant, cost-effective and competitive healthcare provider networks in assigned markets by negotiating agreements with healthcare providers. Responsibilities also include maintaining positive business relationships with contracted providers and reporting on material changes in assigned markets while serving as a subject matter expert (SME) for other functional areas within the organization. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: To perform this job, an individual must accomplish each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.Execute agreements with healthcare providers & essential vendors in assigned markets to establish competitive and cost-effective healthcare provider networks, which also meet CMS network adequacy standards.Ensure providers and essential vendors meet the credentialing requirementsAnalyze the Health Plan(s) provider network to maintain network adequacy on an ongoing basisSupport implementation of Health Plan(s) in new markets as neededEstablish a positive work environment that encourages participation in process improvement and commitment to department/company successComplete corporate assignments, including but not limited to compliance training, as assigned JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Must have knowledge and familiarity with all levels of medical services and ability to rapidly develop working relationships• Must be able to accept instructions and work independently in the completions of goals and assignments• Must have strong negotiation, organization, presentation, and time management skills• Must be able to effectively communicate with medical staff to explain the Health Plan(s) program, benefits, and goals• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite• Must be self-motivated, dependable, team and goal oriented• Successful completion of required training• Handle multiple priorities effectively• Independent discretion/decision making• Reliable transportation• Current automobile insurance according to company policy REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Education:o Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experienceo Five (5) plus years of experience in managed care/network development/ network services• Experience:o Experience in the health care field requiredo Prior experience with Medicare Advantage plans is helpfulo Prior experience in network development/network services is requiredo Prior experience with acute and post-acute facilities is beneficial WORKING CONDITIONS: • Must be available to work 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. local time. Occasionally, extended hours may be required for special projects.• Position requires intermittent travel to network provider locations• Teleworking is an option if criteria is met EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER This Organization is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. This Organization will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Organization including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.This employer participates in E-Verify. American Health Partners