Immediate Hiring: Field Based Provider Relations Advocate - Knoxville and Surrounding Areas

Join a Team that's Simplifying Healthcare and Making a Real Impact

Are you passionate about healthcare and making a difference in people's lives? Do you have a strong background in provider relations and a knack for building relationships? We're looking for a Field Based Provider Relations Advocate to join our team in Knoxville and surrounding areas. As a Field Based Provider Relations Advocate, you'll play a critical role in building and nurturing positive relationships between our health plan, providers, and practice managers. You'll work closely with our network contracting and development staff to identify gaps in network composition and services, and help prioritize contracting needs.

About United Healthcare

At United Healthcare, we're simplifying the healthcare experience, creating healthier communities, and removing barriers to quality care. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life, and we're committed to making that a reality. Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We're proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome applications from diverse candidates.

The Role

As a Field Based Provider Relations Advocate, you'll be responsible for:

• Training and ongoing education of providers on policies and procedures
• On-site assessments to ensure that providers are compliant with contractual terms
• Troubleshooting provider concerns internally with the expectation of timely resolution of issues
• Traveling to provider offices quarterly to build relationships, up to 75% travel within specific region in Tennessee
• Presentations to train providers on new requirements, or reiterate existing requirements
• Documenting outreach, as applicable

Requirements

* High school diploma

• 2+ years of work experience (preferably in healthcare)
• 2+ years of experience in Provider Relations and/or Contracting
• Intermediate level skills with MS Office Products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to travel in-state (up to 75%) for provider visits

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working in the healthcare industry, in a role where provider interaction was involved

• Experience and knowledge with Medicaid
• Experience and knowledge with Long-Term Services and Supports providers

Soft Skills

* Solid analytical skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to balance multiple high-priority projects and meet quick deadlines
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to United Health Group's Telecommuter Policy

Why Join Our Team?

* Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunity to work with a leading healthcare company
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options

How to Apply

If you're passionate about healthcare and building relationships, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Don't worry if you don't meet every single requirement – we value a great attitude and a willingness to learn above all. Submit your application today and join our team in making a real impact in people's lives. Apply To This Job

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

United Health 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.

Drug-Free Workplace

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

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