[Hiring] Provider Contracting Principal Network Management Consultant @Health Care Service Corp.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Principal Network Management Consultant is responsible for provider recruitment and contracting of physicians, physician groups, and facilities in the Houston, TX market. This includes: • Commercial and government program negotiations for large or complex groups/facilities (large independent hospital systems, integrated & non-integrated systems, value-based contracting, etc.) • Developing and negotiating contracts • Building and maintaining relationships with providers • Ensuring strategic coverage for assigned territory • Educating providers and providing ongoing provider service • Providing subject matter expertise to improve efficiencies and results Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree and 4 years provider contracting experience OR • Master's degree and 3 years contracting experience OR • 8 years business experience including 4 years provider contracting experience Requirements • Contracting experience involving negotiating reimbursements, financial arrangements, and rates • Extensive knowledge of provider and facility contracting, products, and claims/processing systems • Negotiation skills • Relationship building skills • Knowledge of marketplace • Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure • Verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of corporate personnel and providers • PC proficiency to include Microsoft Office • Analytical skills and business acumen to analyze financial data to determine financial impact of negotiations • Ability and willingness to travel within assigned areas of responsibility, including overnight stays Benefits • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits • 401(k) savings plan • Pension plan • Paid time off • Paid parental leave • Disability insurance • Supplemental life insurance • Employee assistance program • Paid holidays • Tuition reimbursement • Other incentives Apply tot his job