Network Management Specialist

Magellan Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Network Management Specialist to support the development and maintenance of a robust healthcare delivery system. In this role, you'll assess network needs, recruit providers, and ensure compliance with quality standards. You'll also conduct provider education and manage audits, all while working independently to prioritize activities. With a focus on enhancing healthcare delivery in your community, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health insurance

Life insurance

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in related position/field.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize activities.

Responsibilities

• Assess network needs and recruit providers to meet network adequacy standards.
• Conduct provider education and administrative site visits.

Skills

Network Management

Knowledge of NCQA requirements

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)

Strong presentation skills (PowerPoint)

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

This position is responsible for the support of all activities related to developing and maintaining the physician, practitioner, group, and/or facility, MPPS and organization services delivery system in small to mid-size market defined by membership, number of providers in delivery system, number of business operating units and lines of business. Interacts with all areas of organization to coordinate network management and network administration responsibilities.

• Assesses network needs, analyzes network composition, and using organization databases, application of regulatory requirements, accreditation entities and other resources, recruits individual, group and/or organizational providers to meet network adequacy standards and assure quality network.
• Conducts and coordinates contracting and amendment initiatives.
• Provides issue resolution and complex trouble shooting for providers.
• Conducts provider education and provider relation activities, providing necessary written materials.
• Conducts administrative provider site visits and coordinates report development and completion according to contractual requirements or ad hoc requests.
• Coordinates Public Policy Research Center (PPRC) activities to assure maintenance of current credentialing status, and evaluation and appropriate actions of quality of care issues and complaints against providers.
• Conducts and manages ongoing audits of provider compliance with Magellan policies and procedures as well as contractual obligations for multiple customers. Develops work plans to address audit requirements.
• Works with management to draft, clarify and recommend changes to policies which impact network management.

Other Job Requirements

Responsibilities

Knowledge of National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) requirements.
Ability to work independently and prioritize activities.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
Strong presentations skills using PowerPoint.
Minimum of 1 year experience in related position/field.

General Job Information

Title

Network Management Specialist

Grade

21

Work Experience - Required

Network

Work Experience - Preferred

Education - Required

Education - Preferred

Bachelor's

License and Certifications - Required

License and Certifications - Preferred

Salary Range

Salary Minimum:

$45,655

Salary Maximum:

$68,485

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.
Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.