Strategic Manager, Healthcare Provider Networks

Private Health Administrators (Pty) Ltd; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare management firm located in Centurion is looking for a Manager – Healthcare Provider Networks. This role involves developing and optimizing a national provider network, ensuring access to high-quality, cost-effective care. Key responsibilities include managing provider strategies, enhancing performance, and collaborating with various healthcare providers. Applicants should have a relevant degree and 5–7 years of experience in healthcare networks. Strong analytical and relationship management skills are required.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in healthcare provider networks, managed care, or medical scheme operations.
• Experience engaging with hospital groups, specialists, and primary care providers.
• Experience interpreting clinical/claims data and network performance indicators.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the healthcare provider network strategy across all provider disciplines.
• Oversee provider onboarding, updates, network adequacy assessments, and operational stability.
• Monitor DSP compliance, leakage, quality metrics, and utilisation patterns.

Skills

Strong relationship and stakeholder management skills

Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities

Analytical and data-interpretation skills

Digital literacy (provider portals, BI tools, workflow systems)

Education

Degree or Diploma in Health Sciences

Postgraduate in Business or related field

Job description

A healthcare management firm located in Centurion is looking for a Manager – Healthcare Provider Networks. This role involves developing and optimizing a national provider network, ensuring access to high-quality, cost-effective care. Key responsibilities include managing provider strategies, enhancing performance, and collaborating with various healthcare providers. Applicants should have a relevant degree and 5–7 years of experience in healthcare networks. Strong analytical and relationship management skills are required.