Manager, Network Management & Performance

Liberty Dental Plan

Manager overseeing provider network operations at Liberty Dental Plan, ensuring cost-effective care delivery and fostering provider relationships. Leading recruitment efforts and managing performance improvements within the network.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeSacramento • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in provider network management, including recruitment, retention strategies, and performance improvement. Proficient in analyzing market trends and negotiating provider fee schedules while maintaining strong provider relationships and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.

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Provider Network ManagementLeadership ExperienceAnalytical SkillsNegotiating Provider Fee SchedulesHealthcare Delivery Systems Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Provider Relationship ManagementPerformance ImprovementTrend AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceDental Terminology Knowledge

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam-BuildingCoachingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Industry Keywords

Healthcare Network ManagementProvider Payment MethodologiesMedicaidMedicare

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead targeted recruitment efforts within assigned regions and execute retention strategies for General Dental Practitioners and Specialty Care Provider Networks to meet contractual obligations.
Oversee provider network retention initiatives, ensuring long-term stability and engagement.
Review and manage provider contract documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with regional fee schedules.
Evaluate fee increase requests from Network Managers and present proposed adjustments with justification to Executive Leadership.
Research market trends and competitor compensation structures to develop and maintain competitive provider fee schedules.
Implement internal controls and oversee the preparation of fee schedule addenda for assigned territories.
Manage provider service initiatives, ensuring timely execution and adherence to deadlines.
Establish and maintain strong provider relationships to promote network stability and trust.
Collaborate with Provider Relations Operations staff to coordinate network recruitment outreach, including mailings, fax blasts, and notifications.
Develop performance standards for staff, monitoring productivity to ensure goals are met.
Hire and train new staff, including conducting interviews, scheduling training, and preparing instructional materials.
Work with PR executive staff and Liberty's People Team to address employment matters, including performance-related disciplinary actions.
Prepare and deliver internal and external reports, providing updates on recruitment and service projects to PR executive leadership.
Work cross-functionally with Claims, Quality Management, Member Services, and other departments to resolve provider-related issues.
Participate in Utilization Review Committees and other relevant committees as directed by executive leadership.
Assist in developing and refining processes, policies, and procedures to improve network operations.
Conduct weekly meetings with direct reports to assess progress and address challenges.
Provide strategic insights and performance updates to the PR executive team.
Perform other duties as assigned by executive leadership.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Health Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
4 to 6 years of experience in dental and/or healthcare network management, provider relations, or a related field, including prior leadership experience.
Proven experience managing provider relationships and driving network performance improvements.
Strong leadership, team-building, and coaching abilities with a collaborative management approach.
Analytical skills for reporting and trend analysis.
Knowledge of healthcare delivery systems, provider payment methodologies, and regulatory compliance.
Strong problem-solving capabilities with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
Knowledge of dental terminology preferred.
Familiarity with government dental programs (Medicaid/Medicare) in New York.
Experience negotiating provider fee schedules.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay structure and savings options to help you reach your financial goals.
Excellent 401(k) retirement benefits , including employer match, Roth IRA options, immediate vesting during the Safe Harbor period, and access to professional financial advice through Financial Engines.
Affordable medical insurance , with low-cost premiums for employee-only coverage. Liberty subsidizes the cost for eligible dependents enrolled in the plan.
100% employer-paid dental coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
Vision insurance with low-cost premiums for employee-only coverage and dependents.
Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance , equal to one times your base salary, with options to purchase additional supplemental coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Voluntary benefit programs , including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Long-term disability coverage.
Expansive wellness programs , including company-wide wellness challenges, BurnAlong memberships, and gym discounts.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental health and well-being.
Generous vacation and sick leave policies, with the ability to roll over unused time.
10 paid company holidays.
Tuition reimbursement for eligible educational expenses.