Clinical Network Manager

Lucet; Birmingham (AL); Remote; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual compensation $75k-$85k with an;

Health benefits

401(k) with employer match

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Lucet in the United States is seeking a senior clinical strategist to advance value-based care and provider performance initiatives. You will analyze provider data, identify improvement opportunities, and partner with clinical and analytics teams to support network performance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, education, and developing programs for diverse member populations. Travel up to 50% is required and remote work is supported; licensing and background checks are standard.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in behavioral health field and an unrestricted state license to practice independently.
• Minimum of two (2) years post-licensure clinical experience.
• Knowledge of outcomes-based reimbursement strategies and behavioral health protocols.
• Experience with financial analysis using claim data and Excel.
• Travel up to 50% and valid driver’s license required.
• Pass background check and regulatory compliance including E-Verify per policy.

Responsibilities

• Drive provider performance improvement and value-based care initiatives by analyzing provider data and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Serve as a clinical and provider relations liaison by partnering with internal clinical, quality, and analytics teams as well as network providers.
• Lead provider education and network development by creating programs, delivering training, and coordinating workshops.

Skills

Healthcare management

Team player

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s Degree in Behavioral Health

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Lucet, we’re transforming whole-person care. We deliver integrated behavioral and physical health solutions that connect individuals to the right care at the right time—improving outcomes and overall well-being. Serving over 15 million lives across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our model combines clinical expertise, compassionate care, and innovative technology to support healthier, more fulfilling lives.

As part of the Lucet team, employees join a mission-driven organization committed to making a lasting impact. Whether through behavioral health navigation, in-home medical care, or 24/7 crisis support, our work is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and a shared passion for helping people thrive.

Why Join our Team

At Lucet, we’re committed to creating a workplace where top talent thrives both personally and professionally. We offer a dynamic, mission-driven environment where your work has real impact, your unique background and experience are valued, and no two days are alike.

We support our team with a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual compensation between $75,000- $85,000, PLUS an annual performance-based, discretionary incentive.
  • Compensation is dependent on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills, education/degrees, certifications, prior experience, market data, and other relevant factors.
• Comprehensive health benefit options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with competitive employer match
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and wellbeing incentives
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
• Remote work flexibility (role-dependent)
• Opportunity for meaningful growth, both personally and professionally, where your unique background and experience is welcomed and valued.

At Lucet, your work will directly support our mission to improve behavioral, physical, and social health—one member at a time.

What You Will Do - Essential Functions

Drive provider performance improvement and value-based care initiatives by analyzing provider data, identifying performance opportunities and outliers, supporting the transition to value-based contracting models, and developing targeted improvement plans for underperforming providers.

Serve as a clinical and provider relations liaison by partnering with internal clinical, quality, and analytics teams as well as network providers to enhance collaboration, improve clinical outcomes, address provider needs, and support effective communication across stakeholders.

Lead provider education and network development efforts by creating and implementing programs, delivering training and educational resources, coordinating workshops and meetings, promoting best practices, and developing specialized services that meet the needs of diverse and high-risk member populations.

Who You Are

• Required Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree in behavioral health field and has a current, unrestricted state license to practice independently as a Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Professional Counselor, Clinical Psychologist or Registered Nurse in the state in which the business operation is located and/or other states as required by law, regulation or contract
  • Minimum of two (2) years post-licensure clinical experience of clinical practice.
  • Demonstrated understanding and proficiency in the principles, concepts and techniques of health care management related to substance use and/or mental health.
  • Knowledge of outcomes-based reimbursement strategies; behavioral health clinical protocols; contract negotiation, customer relationship management, substance use step-down levels of care within residential, inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Experience conducting financial analysis by working with claim data and Microsoft Excel spreadsheets to develop a business strategy.
  • Proven track record of working as a team player to achieve business related goals that improve the quality and cost of care.
  • Computer savvy with proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
  • Must be able to travel up to 50%.
  • Must have valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
  • Ability to pass a background check upon hire and throughout employment which includes: County and Federal Criminal Records Search - felonies and misdemeanors ; InstaCriminal Multi-State Alias Search - National Sex Offender Registry, Multi-State Criminal Database, SSN validation and trace, and Most Wanted Lists (OFAC); Excluded Parties List System (EPLS)/SAM search - individuals/entities debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded from receiving federal contracts, subcontracts, or federal assistance; Education Verification; Employment Verification; FACIS Level I - Sanctions or exclusions for federal and state healthcare programs; 10-panel drug screening; and E-Verify: Lucet does not use E-Verify to pre-screen applicants and complies with federal regulations prohibiting discrimination based on national origin or citizenship status.
• Living our Values:
  • Serving everyone with compassion and leading with empathy.
  • Stepping up and creating value by taking charge and acting when there is an opportunity.
  • Adapting in a changing world by recognizing our responsibility to be agile and respond quickly.
  • Nurturing growth and belonging by respecting and celebrating everyone for who they are.
• Can leverage a clinical and business skillset to be a strategic business partner who actively engages with internal and external customers to achieve organizational goals.
• Someone who seeks innovative ways to get things done and enlists others in realizing the vision while adeptly working within a changing environment.
• Well-organized who can meet overall organizational needs while leveraging resources to maximize results and positive outcomes.
• Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed from home with company-provided equipment. Sitting forlong periodsof time is expected and use of fingers and hands for typing is necessary.
  • A quiet workspace with minimal background noise for calls.
  • High-speed internet service (cable or fiber optic) withminimumdownload Speed of 20 Mbps, Upload Speed of 5 Mbps, and Maximum Latency of 100 milliseconds (must be installed before starting).

We encourage applicants from a variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply, especially those who candemonstratehow their unique qualifications and skills align with the requirements of this role and support our mission to improve whole-personhealth.

This position will accept and review new applications and resumes no less than 5 business days after the original posting date and may remain open an extended period of time with no set end date based on the level of interest.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.