Associate, Network Contracting & Services (Atlanta Region)

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 & Services is responsible for managing contracts with key healthcare providers in Oscar's network (hospital/health systems and individual provider groups) 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; executing 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 Senior Director, Network Contracting & Services.

Work Location: This is a remote position based in the field, open to candidates who reside in Georgia. 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.

Pay Transparency

: The base pay for this role is: $87,188 - $114,434 per year.

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.

Requirements

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. 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.

: 3+ years of experience in healthcare client management, healthcare consulting, or provider healthcare contracting, healthcare operations, or a related field 2+ years of experience supporting provider network strategy development and negotiating provider contracts 1+ years experience running financial analyses on a markets or product lines, and working cross-functionally to support driving improvement opportunities 1+ years experience navigating and organizing large data sets such as claim files and provider rosters Bonus points: Associate's degree or equivalent professional working experience. This is an authentic Oscar Health job opportunity. Learn more about how you can safeguard yourself from recruitment fraud here .

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