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　　It's a big step forward when you realize that you've earned the trust to lead a team. Now, let's determine just how big that step can be. Take on this managerial role with UnitedHealth Group and you'll be part of a team that's reshaping how provider networks evolve and how health care works better for millions. As a manager within our network contracting team, you'll guide the development and support of Provider Networks as well as unit cost management activities through financial and network pricing modeling, analysis, and reporting. As you do, you'll discover the impact you want and the resources, backing and opportunities that you'd expect from a Fortune 6 leader.

　　Develops the provider network (physicians, ancillary groups & facilities, etc.) yielding a geographically competitive, broad access, stable network that achieves objectives for unit cost performance and trend management and produces an affordable and predictable product for customers and business partners. Evaluates and negotiates contracts in compliance with company contract templates, reimbursement structure standards, and other key process controls. Establishes and maintains strong business relationships with Hospital, Physician, or Ancillary providers, and ensures the network composition includes an appropriate distribution of provider specialties.

　　If you are located in New York, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

　　Primary Responsibilities:

　　Manage unit cost budgets, target setting, performance reporting and associated financial models

　　Guide development of geographically competitive, broad access, stable networks that achieve objectives for unit cost performance and trend management

　　Evaluate and negotiate contracts in compliance with company templates, reimbursement structure standards and other key process controls

　　Ensure that network composition includes an appropriate distribution of provider specialties

　　Provide explanations and information to others on difficult issues

　　Coach, provide feedback and guide others

　　Works with minimal guidance, seeks guidance for only the most complex tasks

　　Get ready for some significant challenge. This is an intense, fast-paced environment that can be demanding. In addition, there are some data challenges and unique problems that need to be solved related to gaps in the process.

　　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.

　　Years of post-high school education can be substituted/is equivalent to years of experience.

　　Required Qualifications:

　　3+ years of experience in a network management-related role, such as contracting or provider services

　　3+ years of experience in fee schedule development

　　3+ years of experience using data and analysis to negotiate rates with providers

　　Intermediate level of knowledge of claims processing systems and guidelines

　　Located within New York

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Experience performing network adequacy analysis

　　Knowledge of Medicare Resource Based Relative Value System (RBRVS)

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

　　New York Residents Only: The salary range for New York residents is $58,300 to $114,300 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

　　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.

　　Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

　　UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.