Network Development Specialist Level I, II, or III

What are important things that YOU need to know about this role?

• We are open to level I, II and III candidates - specific qualifications are listed below

• The pay range listed at the bottom of this posting is for a level II candidate. This is an hourly position and the ranges are:

  • Level 1: 20.32 - 30.48 per hour

  • Level 2: 23.37 - 35.05 per hour

  • Level 3: 30.07 - 45.11 per hour

• Previous experience in a sales role is highly preferred

• This position is eligible to be fully remote

What will YOU be doing for us? Utilize effective techniques to identify prospects and recruit providers to ensure contractual requirements are met.

What will YOU be working on every day?

• Run and create geographic access reports with assistance

• Perform market analysis on new markets including identifying key providers needed to service members with assistance

• Develop and maintain complete understanding of contract and network requirements.

• Ability to navigate proprietary software applications

• Perform prospecting calls to new and existing providers to discuss the benefits of joining our networks and providing education about our practices and reimbursement levels.

• Conduct negotiations with providers to build and maintain a provider network.

• Conduct negotiations with key providers including large groups and dental schools with assistance

• Develop and maintain provider relationships by interacting directly with the provider and serving as the main point of contact for the provider throughout the contracting process.

• Ensure provider compliance with contracting process

• Utilize relationships with existing providers to generate referrals to additional providers in the network.

• Identify network access and deficiencies and develop recruitment and contracting strategies.

• Maintain understanding of the web portal in order to effectively explain its functionality to providers.

• Perform outreach calls in assist in resolution of resolve specific access to care issues for members.

What qualifications do YOU need to have to be GOOD candidate?

• Required Level of Education, Licenses, and/or Certificates

  • Bachelor's Degree in business or related field or equivalent years of experience

• Required Level of Experience

  • Level 1: 1 year of experience relating to provider relations, contracting, or sales/negotiation.

  • Level 2: Minimum of 2--5 years of experience related to contracting or network development

  • Level 3: Minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience related to contracting, network development, or network management

• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

  • Detail oriented

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Ability to successfully meet timelines for project plans

  • Ability to build relationships effectively over the phone

What qualifications do YOU need to have to be a GREAT candidate?

• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of contract terminology

  • Understanding of reimbursement methods

  • Knowledge of dental, medical, physical therapy and vision products and terminology

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