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Company Overview:

For over 30 years, The IMA Group has been dedicated to enhancing the livelihood and productivity of individuals and organizations navigating challenging periods of health, work and disability while actively contributing to the development of new medical treatments and clinical advancements. At IMA, we are not just a company; we are a community committed to making a difference.

Job Summary:

As the Provider Network Development Manager, you will lead efforts to develop, maintain, and expand our provider network. This includes strategic planning, relationship management, and contract negotiations with healthcare providers to deliver a diverse and comprehensive range of services.

This position is not considering candidates from New York City, Chicago, California, Colorado, or Washington states at this time.

Responsibilities:

Develop and expand the provider network by identifying and recruiting new healthcare providers.
Build and maintain strong relationships with providers, addressing concerns and ensuring satisfaction.
Negotiate provider contracts, including terms, rates, and service agreements, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Monitor provider performance and quality metrics, implementing improvement plans as necessary.
Conduct market research to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for network growth.
Collaborate with internal teams (operations, finance, and clinical) to align network development with organizational goals.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Minimum of 5 years of experience in provider network development, contract negotiation, or a similar role in the healthcare industry.

Skills:

Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
Analytical and strategic problem-solving mindset.
Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and network management software.

Benefits:

Complete Health Coverage: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance packages to ensure your well-being.
Balanced Lifestyle: Generous paid time off, holidays, and a floating holiday to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Retirement: A 401k plan with employer matching for a secure financial future.
Comprehensive Benefit Offerings: Benefits include LTD, STD, Flexible Spending Account, Voluntary Life, Voluntary ADD, and Company-paid Life Insurance and ADD coverage.
Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment Assistance: Benefit from IMA’s tax free tuition reimbursement and tax-free student loan repayment assistance program to fuel your ongoing educational journey and to help you pay for the degree you already have!
Family Support: Paid maternity leave and paid parental leave reflecting our commitment to supporting families.
No on Call Responsibilities: When you are home, you can leave work behind.

The IMA Group is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Government Services Division supports local, state, and federal agencies and delivers professional and objective medical and psychological examinations as well as ancillary services. Our Payer Services Division meets the evaluation and screening needs of Carriers, TPAs, Public Entities and Employers and includes behavioral health and physical medicine specialty services, working with a wide range of organizations within the workers' compensation, disability, liability, and auto markets. Our Clinical Research Division performs all types of Phase II-IV clinical trials in multiple therapeutic areas through a flexible nationwide network of site locations and virtual capabilities.

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