Vice President, Michigan Network Development

Equality Health, LLC is a Phoenix-based whole-health delivery system focused on transforming value-based care delivery with population specific programs that improve access, quality, and member trust. Our mission is to ensure diverse populations receive quality healthcare that improves and enriches their lives. Through an integrated technology and services platform, culturally competent provider network and personalized care model, Equality Health helps managed care plans and health systems improve outcomes for diverse populations while simultaneously making the transition to risk-based accountability.

Position Summary:

The Vice President, Michigan Network Development reports directly to the Regional Market President. This individual will be responsible for identifying and developing network growth opportunities for Equality Health (EQH) in our Michigan markets. The ideal candidate will be an experienced network leader who has built and maintained a professional network of Michigan-based healthcare industry contacts for the purpose of sourcing and consummating new provider relationships. S/he will drive a continued increase in the number of covered lives impacted by EQHs model across the state of Michigan, with a focus on deepening EQHs market penetration within state markets, where it already has an established presence.

• Candidate must be residing in Michigan*

Responsibilities:

• Direct the MI Network Development team in the construction and expansion of EQH provider network; provide oversight to execute network expansion activities aligned with the MI go-to-market strategy.

• Prepare and negotiate provider contracts with strategic provider partners (e.g., large physician groups, FQHCs, hospitals) and oversee the execution of the provider contracting process completed by the Network Development team, in accordance with the companys established templates and guidelines

• Oversee close coordination with corporate Provider Network Operations team to execute the administrative functions related to provider contracting, data management and credentialing

• Oversee close coordination with local Practice Performance Management team to effectively execute the new group/practice training and onboarding process

• Serve as the key subject matter expert (SME) on local and regional provider market dynamics for the purpose of developing the MI go-to-market strategy and executing on it, which includes:

• Provider network growth

• Achievement of contract objectives

• Partner with Legal and Compliance teams as needed to modify contract templates to ensure compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements

• Direct internal and external stakeholders, as appropriate, to achieve contract objectives (e.g., establishment of data exchange, formation of and participation in joint operations committees, contract performance monitoring)

• Create and contribute to a positive work environment for people at all levels by valuing them, nurturing relationships, and advocating for cultural diversity across the organization

• Hold staff accountable for performance/performance improvement, and motivate, recognize, and reward positive results.

• Plan, coordinate, and effectively lead project management activities

• Ensure all applicable state and federal requirements are met for all lines of business

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or related a related field of study; Masters degree is preferred

• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a senior leadership position in a directly related role

• Demonstrated ability to negotiate with prospective clients and build client relationships

• Direct personal knowledge of the provider and payer landscapes in one or more major Michigan metropolitan areas

• Proven experience building and mentoring high quality, reputable teams

• Demonstrated understanding of technology-enabled services businesses, and proven knowledge of the payer space and connection to the population health landscape

• Proven knowledge of healthcare delivery operations at various points of care

• Experience adapting and instituting processes and infrastructure in a fast-growing organization

Highly Preferred Skills, Abilities & Qualifications:

• Proven track record of building meaningful relationships across a diverse group of stakeholders and the ability to manage large-scale programming from concept through fruition

• Demonstrated ability to efficiently utilize resources (i.e., capital and talent) to recognize the corporate vision

• Establish and maintain positive and effective work relationships with a diverse network of administrative leadership and staff

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; highly collaborative team approach to work

• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to systematically analyze problems, draw relevant conclusions and devise appropriate courses of action

• Able to convey complex or technical information in a manner that others can understand and interpret complex information from others

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and web-based technologies

Equality Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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