What are the responsibilities and job description for the Provider Network Development Specialist (Part-Time, 20 hours) position at Central California Alliance for Health (Remote)?
This position has regular/ frequent in-community requirements within the Alliance service counties including Santa Cruz, San Benito, Mariposa, Merced, Monterey. It will be expected that you are based in or within a commutable distance of our service areas.
We have an opportunity to join the Alliance as a Provider Recruitment Specialist, internally referred to as Provider Network Development Specialist, supporting the brand new team focused on recruitment and expansion of our provider network for the Provider Services Department.
WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
Reporting to the Provider Network Development Manager, this position:
- Conducts and coordinates professional level healthcare provider recruitment efforts and related activities
- Facilitates the onboarding process for new providers
- Performs research and analysis related to provider network requirements and to identify opportunities for network expansion
- Performs other duties as assigned
ABOUT THE TEAM
From outreach and recruitment to educating and supporting our Provider Network, we're the team who establishes, builds, and maintains our positive working relationship with local providers.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Proficient in identifying, recruiting, and contracting with a diverse range of healthcare providers to ensure a comprehensive, high-quality network
- Skilled in building and maintaining strong relationships with prospective providers through regular direct contact and effective communication
- Collaborates with legal and compliance departments to ensure all provider contracts adhere to regulatory requirements and organizational standards
- Conducts thorough market research and analysis to identify gaps in the provider network and opportunities for expansion
- Actively supports and implements process improvements in provider recruitment and onboarding
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
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- Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of healthcare provider recruitment
- Healthcare delivery systems, including hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare provider types
- Health care industry and managed care concepts
- Research, analysis, and reporting methods
- California Medi-Cal program and related regulations
- Ability to:
- Ability to develop and implement effective provider recruitment processes
- Conduct provider outreach in a positive and professional manner that builds relationships and ability to take initiative to follow up with prospective providers as appropriate
- Identify providers' priorities and how the Alliance can meet providers' needs
- Apply sales and marketing skills when conducting provider recruitment activities
- Interpret, apply, and explain policies, standards, regulatory requirements, and guidelines
- Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Social Science, or a related field
- Minimum of four years of experience in a managed care environment performing provider network development, provider relations and/or provider contracting activities, which included a minimum of two years of experience performing provider recruitment activities and some experience working with Medi-Cal
- A Master's degree may substitute for two years of the required experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying
OTHER INFORMATION
- We are in a hybrid work environment and we anticipate that the interview process will take place remotely via Microsoft Teams.
- While some staff may work full telecommuting schedules, attendance at quarterly company-wide events or department meetings will be expected.
- In-office or in-community presence may be required for some positions and is dependent on business need. Details about this can be reviewed during the interview process.
The full compensation range for this position is listed by location below.
The actual compensation for this role will be determined by our compensation philosophy, analysis of the selected candidate's qualifications (direct or transferrable experience related to the position, education or training), as well as other factors (internal equity, market factors, and geographic location).
OUR BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Ample Paid Time Off
- 12 Paid Holidays per year
- 401(a) Retirement Plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Robust Health and Wellness Program
- Onsite EV Charging Stations
- And many more
ABOUT US
We are a group of over 500 dedicated employees, committed to our mission of providing accessible, quality health care that is guided by local innovation. We feel that our work is bigger than ourselves. We leave work each day knowing that we made a difference in the community around us.
The Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are an E-Verify participating employer
Join us at Central California Alliance for Health (the Alliance) is an award-winning regional Medi-Cal managed care plan that provides health insurance for children, adults, seniors and people with disabilities in Mariposa, Merced, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. We currently serve more than 418,000 members. To learn more about us, take a look at our Fact Sheet.
At this time the Alliance does not provide any type of sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without current or future needs for any type of employer supported or provided sponsorship.
