Provider Relations Representative

<p><em>American Health Plans, a division of Franklin, Tennessee-based American Health Partners Inc. owns and operates Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) for seniors who reside in long-term care facilities. In partnership with nursing home operators, these Medicare Advantage plans manage medical risk by improving patient care to reduce emergency room visits and avoidable hospitalizations. </em></p> <p>If you would like to be part of a collaborative, supportive and caring team, we look forward to receiving your application! </p> <p><strong>Benefits and Perks include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision insurance options</li> <li>Generous paid time-off program and paid holidays for full time staff</li> <li>TeleDoc 24/7/365 access to doctors</li> <li>Optional short- and long-term disability plans</li> <li>Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)</li> <li>401K retirement accounts</li> <li>Employee Referral Bonus Program</li> </ul> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</strong>:  To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation </span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Contracting providers and essential vendors in current service areas to maintain CMS adequacy and providing necessary services in the care of the Plan members</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Insuring providers and essential vendors in current service areas meet the credentialing requirements for their appropriate service lines</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Educating providers on the Health Plan(s) functions and roles in caring for its membership</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Ongoing educational updates as prescribed by CMS and the Health Plan(s) policies</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• To conduct the education presentations of the Health Plan(s) providers to insure their understanding and commitment with the Health Plan(s)</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Monitor, maintain and support provider relationships to insure network coverage in all areas</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• To work with and be involved in implementation as needed</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Establish a positive work environment that encourages participation in process improvement and commitment to department/company success</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Complete corporate assignments as assigned</span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Required Skills</strong>:</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Must have knowledge and familiarity with all levels of medical services and ability to rapidly develop working relationships</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Must be able to accept instructions and work independently in the completions of goals and assignments</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Must have strong negotiation, organization, presentation and time management skills</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of medical staff to explain Health Plan(s) program, benefits and goals</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment </span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Must be self-motivated, dependable, team and goal-oriented</span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Required Work Experience</strong>:  </span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Experience in the health care field required</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Prior experience in network development / network services is preferred</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Prior experience with acute and post-acute facilities is beneficial</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Prior experience with Medicare Advantage plans is helpful</span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Licensing/Certification/Education Requirements</strong>:  </span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Bachelor’s degree </span></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Other Requirements</strong>:</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Must be available to work 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. local time</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Position requires travel to network provider locations.</span></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span style="color: #000000;">• Teleworking is an option if criteria are met</span></p> <p><strong>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong></p> <p><em>Our Organization does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Organization will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made.</em></p> <p>This employer participates in E-Verify.</p>

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