Vice President, Network Development

THE PERKS

• Fun, challenging, and collaborative work environment with passionate colleagues that care deeply about healthcare delivery.
• Recognized as One of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare.
• Competitive benefits programs including Medical, Vision, Dental, HSA, FSA, and 401k.
• Fitness reimbursement, commuter benefits, and tuition assistance.
• Great work life benefits- Paid time off, sick time, and 12 paid holidays.
• Hybrid schedule based in Chicago, IL, with remote opportunities available outside this location. This role requires regular travel, which during peak periods may be as much as 2–3 days per week for up to 3 weeks each month. The incumbent must be able to travel regularly.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:

Network Strategy & Expansion 
• Develop and lead the overall network growth strategy in alignment with MHN’s mission and value-based care model 
• Identify and assess market opportunities for network expansion in new and existing service areas. 
• Identify and onboard new provider partners, including FQHCs, behavioral health providers, hospitals and systems, and community-based organizations 
• Monitor the evolving healthcare market landscape, including regulatory and policy changes, and assess their impact on network strategy and provider priorities. 
Relationship Management & Stakeholder Engagement 
• Cultivate strong, trust-based relationships with network participants — including executive and clinical leaders at partner organizations 
• Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to FQHCs, community health centers, hospitals, and other safety-net providers navigating care transformation and value-based care initiatives. 
• Facilitate ongoing communication and collaboration between MHN and providers to align goals, address challenges, and promote shared success. 
Contract Strategy & Performance  
• Design and negotiate agreements that support a spectrum of value-based payment structures. 
• Define performance expectations and value-based alignment requirements during contracting and onboarding. 
• Collaborate with legal, finance, compliance, and population health teams to ensure contract structures support MHN’s risk-bearing models and regulatory requirements. 
Cross-Functional Leadership 
• Partner with internal teams responsible for network performance, quality improvement, and provider operations to ensure new partners are set up for success. 
• Provide strategic insight and context to performance and implementation teams to help tailor support to partner needs. 
• Support the development of tools, resources, and data-sharing approaches that enhance provider engagement and alignment. 
• Share insights from the field to inform internal teams about provider capabilities, challenges, and emerging trends. 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor’s degree required; MPH, MHA, MBA, or other advanced degree preferred 
• 10+ years of experience in network development, provider relations, or health system partnerships 
• Deep understanding of value-based care, population health, and the role of FQHCs and safety-net providers 
• Proven track record of building and scaling collaborative provider networks 
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and relationship-building skills 
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.  
• Strong knowledge of Medicaid programs, ACO models, and care coordination best practices