Network Contracting & Services Associate

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IT

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Posted

3 months ago

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About the role

Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring an Associate to join our Network Contracting & Services team. Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a relentless focus on serving our members. We started Oscar in 2012 to create the kind of health insurance company we would want for ourselves—one that behaves like a doctor in the family. About the role: The Associate, Network Contracting is responsible for negotiating and managing contracts with healthcare providers (hospital/health system and individual) to build and maintain a robust network in assigned market/region; while also ensuring access to quality care and optimizing costs by analyzing provider performance and negotiating reimbursement rates, often involving complex contract terms and compliance with regulatory guidelines. The Associate also supports network growth and recruiting efforts by engaging with prospective providers directly;  assisting with resolution of provider issues; supporting cost- saving initiatives; assisting with the design and execution of the local network strategy; and ensuring providers across our service area have the information and support they need to provide best-in-class member care.  You will report into the Director, Network Contracting & Services. Work Location: This is a remote position based in the field, open to candidates who reside in Arizona, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas or Virginia. Your daily work will involve a blend of work from your home office and frequent local travel for client meetings. Occasional travel may be required for team meetings and company events. #LI-Remote Pay Transparency: The base pay for this role in the states of New Jersey and New York is: $96,876 - 127,149 per year. The base pay for this role in all other locations is: $87,560 - $114,434 per year. You are also eligible for employee benefits, participation in Oscar's unlimited vacation program and annual performance bonuses. Responsibilities: Implement contracting strategies under the direction of Network Director and/or Senior Manager and in partnership with Market Leaders that align with the company’s overall network adequacy, development and cost management objectives. Manage and negotiate contracts with assigned healthcare providers, focusing on favorable terms and compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert to a small team of contracting specialists and/or analysts, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Supports comprehensive reviews and analyses of assigned provider contracts, identifying areas for improvement and optimization. Utilizes data and analytics of provider financial issues and competitor strategies to support informing negotiation and contracting decisions. Facilitates guidance and mentorship of more junior team members by reiterating strategic objectives, providing training and development opportunities, and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment Supports implementation of contracting policies and workflows; supports identifying when effective and efficient contracting processes need improvement  Meet defined metrics and SLAs including but not limited to provider outreach and contract completion.  Collaborate with the provider services team regarding the servicing, education and communication to our provider network.  Monitor assigned networks to gauge compliance with standards, developing corrective action plans with network contracting and market leadership to remediate deficiencies.  Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations Other duties as assigned Requirements: 3+ years of experience in healthcare client management, healthcare consulting, or provider healthcare contracting, healthcare operations, or a related field 2+

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