Associate Director, Provider Network Contracting
Optum/UHG · New Orleans, Louisiana, United States · US
Posted 60+ days ago
Healthcare Consulting
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Demand80
Career growth75
Healthcare fit65
Remote potential60
5-year outlook
The salary range is $112,700 to $193,200 annually, with potential for growth to higher leadership roles in network management. Realistic outlook is stable with increases tied to performance and market conditions.
Clinical license
Not required
Applicant reach
moderate
Seniority
senior
Employment type
–
Date found
2026-09-06
Intelligence details
Why this is worth applying to
For clinicians with management experience in network operations or contracting, this is a strong transition into payer leadership. It leverages clinical knowledge to negotiate and design networks, offering significant impact and career growth.
Who should apply
Physicians, nurses, or allied health professionals with 5+ years in healthcare management, especially in network contracting, financial analysis, or provider relations.
CV angle
Highlight clinical experience as a foundation for understanding provider needs and care delivery, plus any management, financial analysis, or contracting experience. Emphasize leadership and strategic planning.
Skills to highlight
- Provider contracting
- Financial modeling
- Network development
- Medicare reimbursement knowledge
- Negotiation
- Strategic planning
- Budget management
Role summary
This role leads provider network contracting and cost management for UnitedHealthcare, developing competitive networks and managing unit costs through financial modeling and strategic planning.
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