Associate Director, Provider Network Contracting

• Guide development of geographically competitive, broad access, stable networks that achieve objectives for unit cost performance and trend management
• Develop functional, market level and/or site strategy, plans, production and/or organizational priorities
• Apply network configuration and incentive-based payment models as appropriate to improve quality and efficiency
• Identify and resolve technical, operational and organizational problems
• Direct work that impacts entire functions and/or customer accounts (internal or external)

Are you ready to put your skills to the test? In this high-impact role, you will need to be a strong leader and have the proven ability to establish trust and build relationships with leaders and experts across an organization.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

• 5+ years of supervisory level experience in a network management-related role handling complex network providers with accountability for business results
• 5+ years of experience with provider contracting
• 2+ years of experience developing product pricing and utilizing financial modeling in making rate decisions
• 2+ years of experience managing a medical cost and administrative budget
• Expert level of knowledge of Medicare Resource Based Relative Value System (RBRVS), DRGs, Ambulatory Surgery Center Groupers, etc.
• Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $112,700 - $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.