Provider Network Manager (Dental Experience Required)

About the role

Join a growing organization transforming access to dental care as a Provider Network Manager. You will build and maintain strong provider networks by recruiting and retaining General Dentists and Specialists, supporting providers through education and relationship-building, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Recruit General Dentists and Specialists to meet network adequacy and corporate objectives.
• Analyze existing provider networks to identify recruitment needs based on access standards and cost effectiveness.
• Conduct competitor analysis and develop strategic recruitment plans for assigned markets.
• Negotiate fee schedules and contract terms to align with company goals.
• Support network providers within assigned territories with claims issues, grievances, facility updates, and contract guidance.
• Conduct on-site provider orientations and structural audits as needed.
• Collect and process provider contracts, ensuring complete and accurate documentation.
• Maintain and strengthen long-term relationships with providers.
• Deliver monthly activity reports and updates on recruitment and retention progress.
• Educate providers on Liberty policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve escalated provider concerns and lead problem-solving efforts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in provider network management, dental office management, managed care, or related sales.
• Independently manages recruitment and retention strategies in assigned regions.
• Handles complex provider issues and leads recruitment initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in network management, dental office management, managed healthcare, and/or related sales.
• Prior experience working with Medicaid, Medicare and/or DHMO networks is highly preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of dental terminology and credentialing processes.
• Strong communication, public speaking, and negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to identify and resolve problems independently.
• Experience with Medicaid or Medicare is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and minimum $100,000 liability insurance.
• Availability to travel 50% of the time, including occasional evenings and weekends for special events.

Benefits

• Competitive pay structure and savings options to help reach financial goals.
• 401(k) retirement benefits with employer match, Roth IRA options, immediate vesting during the Safe Harbor period, and access to professional financial advice through Financial Engines.
• Affordable medical insurance with low-cost premiums for employee-only coverage; Liberty subsidizes the cost for eligible dependents.
• 100% employer-paid dental coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Vision insurance with low-cost premiums for employee-only coverage and dependents.
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance equal to one times base salary, with options to purchase additional supplemental coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Voluntary benefit programs including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Expansive wellness programs including company-wide wellness challenges, BurnAlong memberships, and gym discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental health and well-being.
• Generous vacation and sick leave policies with the ability to roll over unused time.
• 10 paid company holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible educational expenses.
• Remote or hybrid work options available.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $68,640 – $80,000, not including fringe benefits or potential bonuses. Final base salary is determined by geographic location, skills, education, and experience, with consideration given to pay equity and internal equity.