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How much do provider network development jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for provider network development in Ohio is $46.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.95 and $59.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Provider Network Development job?

A Provider Network Development job involves building and maintaining relationships with healthcare providers to ensure a strong, cost-effective network for health plans or organizations. Responsibilities typically include negotiating contracts, analyzing network performance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The goal is to enhance access to quality care for members while managing costs effectively. This role requires strong relationship management, analytical skills, and knowledge of healthcare regulations and reimbursement structures.

What are some common challenges faced in Provider Network Development roles?

A key challenge in Provider Network Development is balancing the need for a broad, high-quality provider network with the organization's cost and access objectives. Professionals in this role often navigate complex negotiations, changing regulatory environments, and evolving healthcare market dynamics. Additionally, ensuring provider satisfaction while meeting internal performance metrics requires strong relationship management and problem-solving abilities. Overcoming these challenges helps organizations remain competitive while delivering comprehensive care options to members.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Provider Network Development position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Provider Network Development, you need expertise in healthcare contracting, network management, and provider relations, often supported by a degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field. Familiarity with contract management systems, claims processing software, and regulatory compliance tools is highly valuable. Superior negotiation, relationship-building, and analytical skills are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies enable the effective expansion and maintenance of robust provider networks, ensuring quality, cost-effective care for members.

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Infographic showing various Provider Network Development job openings in Ohio as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 60% Full Time, 35% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,368 per year, or $46.3 per hour.
Provider Network Mgmt Dir

Provider Network Mgmt Dir

Elevance Health

Mason, OH • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Elevance Health rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 332 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

166th of 261 rated insurance


Job description

Anticipated End Date:

2026-06-19

Position Title:

Provider Network Mgmt Dir

Job Description:

Provider Network Management Director

Location: Cincinnati, OH & Mason, OH

This role requires associates to be in-office 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.

Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

The Provider Network Management Director will be responsible for developing the provider network through contract negotiations, relationship development, and servicing for large health systems and affiliated physician groups including employed and hospital based and hospital owned ancillary providers. Primary focus of this role is contracting and negotiating contract terms. Deals with only the most complex health systems, affiliated providers and drives and support value base initiatives.

How you will make an impact:

  • Serves in a leadership capacity, leading associate resources, special projects/initiatives, or network planning.

  • Serves as a subject matter expert for local contracting efforts or in highly specialized components of the contracting process and serves as subject matter expert for that area for a business unit.

  • Typically serves as lead contractor for large scale, multi-faceted negotiations.

  • Serves as business unit representative on enterprise initiatives around network management and leads projects with significant impact.

  • May assist management in network development planning.

  • May provide work direction and establish priorities for field staff and may be involved in associate development and mentoring.

  • Contracts involve non-standard arrangements that require a high level of negotiation skills.

  • Fee schedules are customized.

  • Works independently and requires high level of judgment and discretion.

  • May work on projects impacting the business unit requiring collaboration with other key areas or serve on enterprise projects around network management.

  • May collaborate with sales team in making presentations to employer groups.

  • Serves as a communication link between providers and the company.

  • Conducts the most complex negotiations.

  • Prepares financial projections and conducts analysis.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Requires a BA/BS degree and a minimum of 8 years' experience in contracting (value based, shared savings and ACO development), provider relations, provider servicing; experience must include prior contracting experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:

  • Experience using financial models and analysis to negotiate rates with providers strongly preferred.

  • Travels to worksite and other locations as necessary.

Job Level:

Director Equivalent

Workshift:

Job Family:

PND > Network Contracting

Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.


Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.


How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.


We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.


Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.


The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.


Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the following form: Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.


Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.


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Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. A Fortune 20 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, we are looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. You will thrive in a complex and collaborative environment where you take action and ownership to solve problems and lead change. Do you want to be part of a larger purpose and an evolving, high-performance culture that empowers you to make an impact?

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Indianapolis, IN, US

Year founded

2004

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