You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
***Highly preferred that candidate resides in either the state of Oregon in either Eugene, Portland or surrounding areas. Role will include local travel.***
Position Purpose: Develop strategic partnerships between the health plan and the contracted provider networks serving our communities. Cultivate client relations and collaborate with providers to ensure delivery of the highest level of care to our members. Participate in the development of network management strategies. Creates strategic initiatives for performance improvement.
Serve as a strategic partner/primary contact for hospital systems, multi-specialty groups, and large PCP groups with Value Based/Risk Components.
Executes provider performance improvement strategies in the following areas: Risk/P4Q, Health Benefit Ratio (HBR), HEDIS/quality, cost and utilization, etc.
Builds strong interpersonal relationships with cross functional teams both externally (provider) and internally (health plan)-C-suite Level
Expert proficiency in tools and value-based performance (VBP) in order to educate providers resulting in improved provider performance
Resolves provider issues as needed for resolution to internal partners and creating efficiencies to prevent continued concerns
Receive and effectively respond to external provider related issues
Investigate, resolve and communicate provider high dollar and high volume provider claim issues and changes
Educate providers regarding policies and procedures related to referrals and claims submission, web site usage, EDI solicitation and related topics
Evaluates provider performance and develops strategic plan to improve performance
Present detailed HBR analysis and create reports for Joint Operating Committee meetings (JOC)
Acts as a lead for the external representatives
Coaches and trains external representatives
Ability to travel locally 4 days a week
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
Master's Degree preferred in Public Health (MOH), Health Administration (MHA) or Business Administration (MBA).: Five or more years of managed care or medical group experience, provider relations, quality improvement, utilization management, or clinical operations.
Project management experience at a medical group, IPA, or health plan setting.
Executive level exposure and ability to influence desired outcomes, innovation, performance, member improvements, growth and Provider retention
Ability to synthesize complex issues at multiple organizational levels, externally and internally across multi-disciplinary teams.
Highly proficient in HEDIS/Quality measures, cost and utilization.
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
Top Skills
Similar Jobs
.png)
What you need to know about the Colorado Tech Scene
Key Facts About Colorado Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 260,000; 8.5% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Lockheed Martin, Century Link, Comcast, BAE Systems, Level 3
- Key Industries: Software, artificial intelligence, aerospace, e-commerce, fintech, healthtech
- Funding Landscape: $4.9 billion in VC funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Access Venture Partners, Ridgeline Ventures, Techstars, Blackhorn Ventures
- Research Centers and Universities: Colorado School of Mines, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Denver, Colorado State University, Mesa Laboratory, Space Science Institute, National Center for Atmospheric Research, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Gottlieb Institute
