Provider Network Associate

Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring a Provider Network Associate to join our Contracting 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 Provider Network Associate supports the overall accessibility, availability and quality of Oscar's Provider Network through the execution of specific network development functions. This role will work in concert with various internal partners and existing and future external provider partners to meet market growth, network quality and medical costs targets. This role will support the provider recruitment, engagement and education function within the Network Management pillar of Oscar's Insurance Operation function.

You will report into the Senior Manager, Network Development

Work Location: This is a remote position based in the field, open to candidates who reside: Alabama, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas. Your daily work will involve a blend of work from your home office and frequent travel for client meetings. #LI-Remote

Travel requirement up to 75%

Pay Transparency:

Responsibilities:

• Leverage available demographic data for current out of network providers to target recruiting for network adequacy needs based on geography, specialty, or member demographics.
• Deploy recruiting activities in defined expansion regions based on population demographics, healthcare needs, and competitor presence
• Assess potential provider capabilities, workflows and staffing to ensure ability to adhere to access standards and meet quality of care requirements.
• Help develop targeted outreach strategies to attract high-quality providers in desired specialties and locations.
• Perform daily outreach and contact with potential providers through phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings to present the benefits of joining the network.
• Document provider outreach activities and manage provider data in a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
• Pitch the network to prospective providers and guide new providers through the process of joining the network.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to optimize workflows and enhance provider experience.
• Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree or 4+ years of relevant experience
• 3+ years of experience in provider healthcare recruiting and contracting
• 1+ years experience in provider relations, provider services or provider recruiting, and working cross-functionally to drive growth and expansion in one or more geographical areas

Bonus points:

• Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems in a healthcare environment
• Experience in credentialing function and credentialing software