Provider Recruiter (Temporary)

Central California Alliance for Health (Remote); California (MO); Hybrid; USD 49,593 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working opportunity

Quarterly company events

Job summary

Central California Alliance for Health is looking for a temporary healthcare provider recruitment specialist. This role is crucial for managing recruitment efforts and onboarding processes across Merced and Mariposa counties. Ideal candidates will bring strong regional knowledge and experience in managed care.

The position includes a hybrid work environment, requires independent fieldwork, and offers flexibility, yet demands excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Strong regional provider network knowledge in Merced and Mariposa counties.
• Experience in provider-facing roles within managed care.
• Understanding of credentialing and contracting processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct professional level healthcare provider recruitment efforts.
• Facilitate onboarding for new providers.
• Perform research related to provider network requirements.

Skills

Healthcare provider recruitment

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Knowledge of healthcare delivery systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field

4+ years experience in managed care

Job description

Mariposa County, California; Merced County, California

OUR COMMITMENT TO A HUMAN HIRING PROCESS

We believe every candidate deserves thoughtful consideration. We do not use AI or automated systems to review applications. Every application is reviewed by a real human member of our team.

SERVICE AREA PREFERENCE

Priority is given to applicants living in or near our service counties: Santa Cruz, Monterey, Merced, San Benito, and Mariposa.

ABOUT THIS TEMP POSITION

This is a temporary assignment expected to continue until December 31, 2026, though the date may change based on business needs. The employee will work at the Alliance but will be connected with a temporary employment agency.

Location: must be in or within a commutable distance of Mariposa & Merced counties.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Conduct and coordinate professional level healthcare provider recruitment efforts and related activities.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for new providers.
• Perform research and analysis related to provider network requirements and identify opportunities for network expansion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate brings strong regional provider network knowledge and experience working directly with healthcare providers in Merced and Mariposa county areas.

• Experience in provider-facing roles within managed care, provider relations, provider recruitment, contracting, or network development.
• Understanding of provider recruitment, negotiation, onboarding, credentialing, and contracting processes.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain strong follow-through while supporting a high volume of provider communications and activities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills across phone, email, virtual, and in-person interactions.
• Understanding of healthcare market dynamics and provider access challenges across regional communities and specialty areas.
• Comfortable working independently in the field and collaboratively with internal teams.
• Experience identifying provider network gaps and recruiting providers across a range of specialties, including hard-to-fill specialty areas.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Knowledge of:
  • Principles and practices of healthcare provider recruitment and network development
  • Healthcare delivery systems, including hospitals, clinics, medical groups, and specialty provider types
  • Managed care concepts and provider network adequacy requirements
  • Provider credentialing, contracting, and onboarding processes
  • Research, analysis, and reporting methods
  • California Medi-Cal program and related regulations
• Ability to:
  • Develop and implement effective provider recruitment and outreach strategies.
  • Build and maintain professional provider relationships through proactive communication and follow-up.
  • Identify provider priorities and effectively communicate how the Alliance can support their practice and patient population.
  • Apply sales, negotiation, and relationship management skills in provider recruitment activities.
  • Analyze provider network needs and identify opportunities for expansion and improved access to care.
  • Prioritize tasks and manage multiple provider engagements simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Interpret, apply, and explain policies, standards, regulatory requirements, and guidelines.
• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Social Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum of four years of experience in a managed care environment performing provider network development, provider relations, and/or provider contracting activities, which included at least two years of provider recruitment experience and some experience working with Medi-Cal.
  • A Master’s degree may substitute for two years of the required experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Hybrid work environment; interview process conducted remotely via Microsoft Teams.
• Some staff may work full telecommuting schedules; attendance at quarterly company-wide events or departmental meetings will be expected.
• In‑office or in‑community presence may be required for some positions depending on business need.
• This is a temporary position and does not provide the benefits listed below; temporary employees on assignment at the Alliance will be connected to a staffing agency with separate benefit options.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

• Zone 1 Pay Range: $38 – $42 per hour (typical areas: Santa Cruz, San Benito, Monterey Counties, Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Diego).
• Zone 2 Pay Range: $36 – $40 per hour (typical areas: Mariposa and Merced Counties, Fresno area, Bakersfield, Eastern California, San Luis Obispo area, and the Central Valley – except Sacramento).

The applicable salary ranges are based on work location and may be adjusted. Final compensation will be determined by our compensation philosophy, analysis of the candidate’s qualifications, and other factors.

EEO STATEMENT

The Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are an E‑Verify participating employer.