Provider Recruiter (Temporary)

OUR COMMITMENT TO A HUMAN HIRING PROCESS

We believe every candidate deserves thoughtful consideration. That’s why we do not use AI or automated systems to review applications . Every application is reviewed by a real human member of our team. Because we take the time to give each submission the attention it deserves, our review process may take a little longer — and we genuinely appreciate your patience as we work through applications carefully and respectfully.

SERVICE AREA PREFERENCE

While we encourage all interested applicants to apply, we do give priority to those who live in , or near, our service counties: Santa Cruz, Monterey, Merced, San Benito, and Mariposa . Our mission of accessible, quality health care guided by local innovation leads everything we do, and having team members who are connected to the communities we serve strengthens our ability to deliver on that commitment.

ABOUT THIS TEMP POSITION

This is a temporary position and the length of assignment is estimated to go until December 31, 2026. The length of the assignment is always dependent on business need and dates may change. While the assignment would be at the Alliance, if selected, you would be an employee of a temporary employment agency that we would connect you with.

Regular in-community requirements within the Alliance service counties. You will be expected to be in or within a commutable distance of Mariposa Merced counties.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Reporting to the Provider Network Development Manager, this position:

Conducts and coordinates professional level healthcare provider recruitment efforts and related activities

Facilitates the onboarding process for new providers

Performs research and analysis related to provider network requirements and to identify opportunities for network expansion

Performs other duties as assigned

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate brings strong regional provider network knowledge and experience working directly with healthcare providers in Merced and Mariposa county areas.

Additionally, the ideal candidate:

Has experience in provider-facing roles within managed care, provider relations, provider recruitment, contracting, or network development

Understands provider recruitment, negotiation, onboarding, credentialing, and contracting processes

Can effectively manage competing priorities and maintain strong follow-through while supporting a high volume of provider communications and activities

Demonstrates strong communication and relationship-building skills across phone, email, virtual, and in-person interactions

Understands healthcare market dynamics and provider access challenges across regional communities and specialty areas

Is comfortable working both independently in the field and collaboratively with internal teams

Has experience identifying provider network gaps and recruiting providers across a range of specialties, including hard-to-fill specialty areas

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

To read the full position description and list of requirements, click here .

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of healthcare provider recruitment and network development

Healthcare delivery systems, including hospitals, clinics, medical groups, and specialty provider types

Managed care concepts and provider network adequacy requirements

Provider credentialing, contracting, and onboarding processes

Research, analysis, and reporting methods

California Medi-Cal program and related regulations

Ability to:

Develop and implement effective provider recruitment and outreach strategies

Build and maintain positive, professional provider relationships through proactive communication and follow-up

Identify provider priorities and effectively communicate how the Alliance can support their practice and patient population

Apply sales, negotiation, and relationship management skills in provider recruitment activities

Analyze provider network needs and identify opportunities for expansion and improved access to care

Prioritize tasks and manage multiple provider engagements simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Interpret, apply, and explain policies, standards, regulatory requirements, and guidelines

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Social Science, or a related field

Minimum of four years of experience in a managed care environment performing provider network development, provider relations, and/or provider contracting activities, which included at least two years of provider recruitment experience and some experience working with Medi-Cal

A Master’s degree may substitute for two years of the required experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying.

OTHER INFORMATION

We are in a hybrid work environment, and the interview process will take place remotely via Microsoft Teams.

While some staff may work full telecommuting schedules, attendance at quarterl…