The Manager, Network Contracting on the Strategic Payer Partnerships team will support and execute Aledade’s network contracts with national and regional health plans. The role is focused on negotiating and managing a portfolio of network participation agreements. In collaboration with senior leadership, the manager will interface directly with payers to negotiate new agreements and manage renewals. This role will have a strong focus on contract lifecycle management, analysis, and maintaining positive payer relationships.
We are flexible with respect to geographic location, and the ideal candidate will be comfortable working remotely/work from home within the U.S. or from our office in Bethesda, MD, Durham, NC or Austin, TX.
Requirements
8+ years in healthcare with health plans or providers
Bachelor's degree
Masters degree in related field and 6+ years in network contracting or development with health plans or providers
Understanding of the health plan contracting process from initial conversations through contract signing and launch
Strong understanding of the health plan network participation agreement contracting process from initial conversations through contract signing and implementation
Proven track record of creating, maintaining, and enhancing customer relationships and communicating effectively with external parties
Results-oriented with the ability to balance a wide variety of responsibilities and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong project and process management skills
Passionate about ensuring providers are fairly reimbursed for the care they deliver