Healthcare Network Manager: Contracts & Growth

Naphcare, Inc.; Edgemont (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is seeking a Network Manager to lead contracting and network development from the Corporate Office in Birmingham, AL. You will negotiate contracts, coordinate bids, and build nationwide hospital and physician networks.

The role requires 5+ years in healthcare and 3+ years in contract negotiation, with Medicare knowledge and travel up to 10–15%. Bachelor's degree is required; Master’s preferred. Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, negotiating, and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-service oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organized and able to work with hospital executives during negotiations.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's in health care administration or business preferred.
• 5+ years of healthcare experience; 3+ years in contract negotiation; Medicare Parts A and B knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, administer, and execute hospital and physician contracts to meet quality and financial goals.
• Coordinate bid proposals, including community health care research and fiscal analysis.
• Build and maintain hospital and physician networks, negotiate reimbursement rates, and review contract language.
• Manage contracting and operational issues for the life of the contract.
• Develop relationships with executive teams of network hospitals and affiliated providers to drive growth and cost targets.

Skills

Independent working

Multi-tasking

Negotiation

Communication skills

Customer-service orientation

Problem solving

Organization

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

NaphCare, Inc. is seeking a Network Manager to lead contracting and network development from the Corporate Office in Birmingham, AL. You will negotiate contracts, coordinate bids, and build nationwide hospital and physician networks.

The role requires 5+ years in healthcare and 3+ years in contract negotiation, with Medicare knowledge and travel up to 10–15%. Bachelor's degree is required; Master’s preferred. Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills are essential.