Senior Network Development Contractor

Curana Health, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Curana Health, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Development Contractor to expand a Medicare-compliant provider network. You will combine contracting expertise with proactive business development to support expansion into new counties and nurture relationships with physician groups and hospitals.

The role is fully remote, supports multiple time zones, and requires strong judgment, organization, and independent decision-making. Prior network outreach and complex contract execution are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field.
• 4–8 years negotiating and servicing managed care contracts with physicians, hospitals, and/or other providers.
• Experience with Medicare Advantage contracting; SNP knowledge is a plus.
• Experience in value-based contracting and understanding value-based care concepts.
• Track record with complex providers, large medical groups, and ancillary orgs.
• Strong provider outreach, prospecting, relationship-building, research and due diligence.
• Confidence initiating cold calls and presenting network value.
• Ability to explain contract terms, reimbursement structures, and financial impact.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, contract with, and maintain provider relationships across geographies.
• Maintain network adequacy while expanding into new counties and markets.
• Research prospective providers and independently prioritize outreach.
• Build relationships through cold calling and consultative conversations.
• Initiate, negotiate, and execute managed care contracts with complex providers.
• Explain contract terms and assess the financial impact of proposed terms.
• Maintain accurate contracts, outreach activity, and documentation.
• Apply sound judgment and align decisions with strategy and guidelines.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, remote environment.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Provider outreach

Due diligence

Relationship building

Cold calling

Value-based contracting

Research abilities

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/healthcare administration or related

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it.

As a national leader in value-based care, we offer senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities a wide range of solutions (including on-site primary care services, Accountable Care Organizations, and Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans) proven to enhance health outcomes, streamline operations, and create new financial opportunities.

Founded in 2021, we've grown quickly—now serving 200,000+ seniors in 1,500+ communities across 32 states. Our team includes more than 1,000 clinicians alongside care coordinators, analysts, operators, and professionals from all backgrounds, all working together to deliver high-quality, proactive solutions for senior living operators and those they care for.

Ranked #147 on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies, we're just getting started. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact on the senior healthcare landscape, you're in the right place—and we look forward to working with you.

For more information about our company, visit CuranaHealth.com.

Summary

Join our Provider Services team in a highly visible role focused on expanding and strengthening a Medicare-compliant provider network. As a Senior Network Development Contractor, you will combine provider contracting expertise with proactive business development to maintain network adequacy, support expansion into new counties, and build productive relationships with physician groups, hospitals, ancillary providers, and other complex healthcare organizations.

This is an opportunity for a self-directed professional who enjoys researching new markets, initiating provider outreach, communicating the value of network participation, and guiding prospects through negotiation and execution. You will join a collaborative, fully remote contracting team that supports employees across multiple time zones and values sound judgment, organization, and the ability to adapt to changing business priorities. Internal Job Title: Provider Contractor Senior

Why Join Us:

• Make a direct impact on access to care by building networks that support Medicare beneficiaries in new and existing markets.
• Own meaningful provider relationships from initial research and outreach through negotiation and contract execution.
• Work with a collaborative, fully remote team serving multiple time zones.
• Take on varied assignments that reward initiative, sound judgment, and independent decision-making.

What Success Looks Like:

• Achievement of network adequacy and contracting goals.
• Consistent execution of provider outreach and recruitment activities.
• Quality and timeliness of contract negotiations and implementations.
• Effective prioritization of opportunities resulting in measurable network expansion.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and sound business judgment in provider selection and contracting decisions.

Work Schedule: The ideal work hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, with some flexibility based on the candidate’s location.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Recruit, evaluate, contract with, and maintain physician, hospital, ancillary, and other provider relationships within assigned geographies.
• Help maintain network adequacy while supporting strategic expansion into new counties and markets.
• Research prospective providers, conduct due diligence, and independently prioritize outreach based on evolving network needs.
• Build relationships through cold calling, email outreach, and consultative conversations that clearly communicate the value of joining the network.
• Initiate, negotiate, and execute managed care contracts, including agreements involving complex providers and large medical groups.
• Explain contract terms, payment structures, and reimbursement rates to providers and assess the financial impact of proposed terms.
• Maintain accurate contracts, outreach activity, and supporting documentation within established tracking systems.
• Apply sound judgment in ambiguous situations while aligning decisions with department strategy, organizational objectives, established guidelines, and procedures.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, remote environment and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 4-8 years of experience negotiating and servicing managed care contracts with physicians, hospitals, ancillary providers, and/or other healthcare providers.
• Experience with Medicare Advantage contracting; familiarity with Medicare Special Needs Plans, including I-SNP and C-SNP, is a plus.
• Experience in value-based contracting and/or a strong understanding of value-based care concepts.
• A track record of working with complex providers, such as large institutional providers, large medical groups, and ancillary organizations.
• Strong provider outreach, prospecting, relationship-building, research, and due diligence capabilities.
• Confidence initiating cold calls and email outreach and presenting a compelling case for network participation.
• Ability to understand and communicate contract terms, reimbursement structures, payment methodologies, and financial impact.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organization, documentation, and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently, make informed decisions with minimal direction, and balance multiple priorities as business needs change.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Curana Health is dedicated to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. We affirm, in policy and practice, our commitment to diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable or state law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.

The EEO policy applies to all personnel matters as outlined in our company policy including recruitment, hiring, transfers, and general treatment during employment.

*The company is unable to provide sponsorship for a visa at this time (H1B or otherwise).

We’re thrilled to announce that Curana Health has been named the 147thfastest growing, privately owned company in the nation on Inc. magazine’s prestigious Inc. 5000 list.Curana also ranked 16thin the “Healthcare & Medical” industry category and 21stin Texas.

This recognition underscores Curana Health’s impact in transforming senior housing by supporting operator stability and ensuring seniors receive the high-quality care they deserve.