Vice President of Network Management

The Vice President of Network Management is responsible for the contracting strategy, development, and management of a high-performing provider network for a defined geographic area within Oscar’s footprint. This role oversees the strategic planning and execution of contracts that ensure a robust, cost-effective, and comprehensive provider network that meets the needs of our members, including provider account management & service. This leader collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to improve network performance, enhance provider relationships, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive high-quality, cost-effective care delivery., * Lead the execution of short- and long-term strategic plans for provider network growth, alignment, and optimization.

• Develop a strategy to enhance network adequacy, access, and member experience across multiple markets.
• Oversee execution of provider contracting strategy, including value-based and fee-for-service contracting models, to improve care quality and control costs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key health system leaders, hospital executives, and other network providers.
• Negotiate and manage high-value, complex contracts to support cost containment and quality initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze network performance metrics, including cost, utilization, quality, and member satisfaction.
• Execute initiatives to enhance provider network performance, drive efficiencies, and improve member access to care.
• Ensure that the provider network meets all state, federal, and accreditation standards for access, adequacy, and service.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices to ensure compliance and minimize risk.
• Work with compliance and legal teams to address and mitigate risks related to provider contracting and network performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing network management team to drive results and support professional growth.
• Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

• 15+ years of progressive experience in network management, provider relations, or health plan operations
• 10+ years of leadership experience
• 10+ years experience in provider contracting, negotiations, and building provider relationships.
• 8+ years managing large provider networks within a health insurance or managed care setting., Accreditation Standards, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Customer Experience, Employee Benefits, Health Insurance, Health Plan, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Managed Care, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Network Administration/Management, Network Monitoring, Network Performance/Analysis, Operations Planning, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Provider Contracting, Provider Relations, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Sales Management, Strategic Planning

Pay Transparency: The base pay for this role is: $240,120 - $315,157 per year. You are also eligible for employee benefits, participation in Oscar’’s unlimited vacation program, company equity grants and annual performance bonuses., This is an authentic Oscar Health job opportunity. Learn more about how you can safeguard yourself from recruitment fraud here.

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Pay Transparency: Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education, and experience. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including: medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, paid sick time, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan participation, life and disability insurance, and paid wellness time and reimbursements.

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Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a relentless focus on serving our members. We started Oscar in 2012 to create the kind of health insurance company we would want for ourselves-one that behaves like a doctor in the family.