Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen and military family members are encouraged to apply!! We offer remote work opportunities (AK, AR, AZ, *CO, FL, HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MD, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, NC, ND, OK, OR, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA/DC, *WA, WI & WY only) Job Summary Develops and maintains provider relationships within designated state/territory, inclusive of relationships with both TriWest Network Subcontractors and any directly contracted provider groups. Manages network development activity with network subcontractors/network providers to ensure network meets all access standards. Provider network includes hospital, physician and ancillary service agreements. Provider Network Manager ensures adherence with government operational manuals, monitors network access, and resolves access issues throughout the assigned region. Facilitates resolution of escalated provider issues, and promotes TriWest Corporate initiatives. Ensures that Network Subcontractors fulfill all performance obligations defined in their Health Network Agreement. Education & Experience Required: Bachelor's degree in Business, Health Care Administration or equivalent experience 2+ years of experience managing large or complex provider networks 5 years of experience in a Managed Care or equivalent health care environment 2+ years of experience managing provider contracts including pricing, discounts, and all associated terms and conditions Preferred: Experience in provider contracting for government programs and/or commercial lines of business Has established relationships and resides in the market for the which the position is located Management experience in the healthcare industry Experience in utilizing a contract management system to manage contracting workflow Negotiation experience Understanding Claims issues and terms Key Responsibilities Maintains relationships with Network Subcontractors in state/market of operations. Develops negotiation strategies for areas of responsibility to achieve individual and department performance metrics. Develops strategic plan to meet network adequacy needs for areas of responsibility and submits to department leadership for inclusion in overall network development plans. Coordinates with Federal stakeholders to deploy network solutions to adhere to requirements of the contracts held by TriWest. Collaborates with Federal stakeholders to identify areas of provider training and education to be incorporated into the TriWest provider education plan. Aligns with Network Subcontractors and Federal Stakeholders to identify areas of opportunity for deployment of alternative payment models to support TriWest's network and improve health care outcomes. Collaborates with internal leadership team to address network access. Supports providers as needed, with issues related to claims, referrals, or any other program related activity. Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge of all programs, contracting, credentialing, reimbursement and operational policies and TriWest initiatives, operations, and goals. Reviews systems/work flow processes and procedures to identify/recommend opportunities for productivity and process improvement. Collaborates closely with other department leadership, staff, and executive leadership on process improvement to promote service level improvements or facilitate new processes. Monitors and responds to network shortfalls within region through coordination with network subcontractors where appropriate. Regularly reviews and determines appropriate network access and development and makes recommendations to support network build activities. Provides regular updates to department leadership regarding provider network development, management, and access for assi