Provider Relationship Manager

Ascension Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Transit benefits

Job summary

Ascension Health in Nashville, TN is seeking a full-time role in Physician Relations. You will build strategic partnerships with community healthcare facilities, drive growth, and consult with external partners to identify and fill gaps in services.

You will monitor pipeline performance, analyze feedback, and work with hospital leaders to ensure partner satisfaction and ongoing growth. The position requires leadership experience and relevant education as described.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build Strategic Partnerships: Cultivate long-term relationships with key community partners and healthcare facilities using data-driven targeting to drive organizational growth.
• Drive Business Growth: Collaborate with hospital leaders and service line executives to design and execute growth plans that expand patient pipelines and service utilization.
• Consult & Uncover Needs: Meet regularly with external partners to identify gaps and deliver tailored solutions, including clinical education and specialized practice support.
• Track Performance & Resolve Barriers: Monitor pipeline goals, analyze feedback, and proactively solve operational challenges to ensure strong partner satisfaction and continuous growth.

Skills

Leadership experience

Education

HS diploma + 3 years experience

Associate's/Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Nashville, TN

Facility: Saint Thomas Health

Department: Physician Relations

Schedule: Full-time | Days

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Build Strategic Partnerships: Cultivate long-term relationships with key community partners and healthcare facilities using data-driven targeting to drive organizational growth.
• Drive Business Growth: Collaborate with hospital leaders and service line executives to design and execute growth plans that expand patient pipelines and service utilization.
• Consult & Uncover Needs: Meet regularly with external partners to identify gaps and deliver tailored solutions, including clinical education and specialized practice support.
• Track Performance & Resolve Barriers: Monitor pipeline goals, analyze feedback, and proactively solve operational challenges to ensure strong partner satisfaction and continuous growth.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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