Managed Care Network Development Specialist

University of California, Riverside; California (MO); On-site; USD 62,900 - 110,100; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Riverside is hiring a Managed Care Network Development Specialist to expand their Managed Care network. You will recruit and onboard physicians, guiding them through the contracting process while building long-term relationships critical for network growth.

This role demands strong organizational and communication skills, with a minimum of 4–7 years of relevant experience. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required, and this is an impactful opportunity within a dedicated academic health system.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in managed care or physician recruitment roles.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Advanced ability to work collaboratively with clinical and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and onboard physicians into the UCR Health network.
• Guide physicians through the contracting process with clarity and professionalism.
• Build and maintain ongoing relationships to drive long-term participation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Marketing strategies

Research skills

Educational session leadership

Proficiency with Microsoft Windows

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience

Job description

Position Information

UCR Health is seeking a driven and relationship-focused Managed Care Network Development Specialist to play a pivotal role in expanding our Managed Care and Clinically Integrated Network (CIN) across the Inland Empire region. This position sits at the intersection of healthcare strategy and community partnership — requiring someone equally comfortable navigating contract discussions at a physician's office as they are contributing to high-level network growth objectives alongside senior leadership. In this role, you will serve as the primary field-facing liaison responsible for recruiting and onboarding physicians into the UCR Health network, guiding them through the contracting process with clarity and professionalism, and building the ongoing relationships that drive long-term participation and retention. You will work closely with the UCR Health Chief Strategy Officer to align your field efforts with the broader organizational vision for managed care growth — making your work not just impactful today, but foundational to the health system's future. This is an opportunity for a motivated healthcare professional to own a critical function within a growing academic health system — one deeply committed to serving the Inland Southern California community with high-quality, coordinated care.

Salary: $62,900 - $110,100 annually. Salary offers are based on education, licensure, certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Work Authorization: Applicants must have current work authorization. We are unable to sponsor employment visas.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and onboard physicians into the UCR Health network.
• Guide physicians through the contracting process with clarity and professionalism.
• Build and maintain ongoing relationships to drive long-term participation and retention.
• Collaborate with the Chief Strategy Officer to align field efforts with organizational managed care growth objectives.
• Represent UCR Health at physician offices and community sites.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience or training.

Experience

Minimum of 4–7 years of experience in managed care, physician recruitment, or related roles.

Required Skills

• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of outreach and marketing strategies relevant to program.
• Advanced ability to work collaboratively with leaders, physicians, and clinical and support staff.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze data and report findings.
• Ability to conduct research and produce advanced educational materials.
• Ability to develop and lead educational sessions with diverse clinical groups.
• Ability to deal with confidential matters with tact and diplomacy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows software.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications were not specified in the original description.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.