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Provider Network Development Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Provider Contract Lead

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$85K - $114K/yr

... Network Development, Managed Care, and/or Provider Services. * Specific vision abilities required ... by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth ...

Provider Contract Lead

Atlanta, GA

$85K - $114K/yr

... Network Development, Managed Care, and/or Provider Services. * Specific vision abilities required ... by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth ...

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How much do provider network development jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for provider network development in Texas is $45.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.28 and $58.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a provider network development?

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 provider network development, 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 Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,438 per year, or $45.4 per hour.

Associate Director, Provider Network Contracting

UnitedHealth Group

Dallas, TX • Remote

$112K - $193K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 9 days ago


UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

188th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The time has come to raise your game and help us raise ours. You've learned to lead. You've built a deep expertise in health care network operations. You've set your sights on having more impact in more ways. Now it's time to join our leadership team and help UnitedHealth Group meet the challenge of shaping where health care will go. As an Associate Director within our network contracting team, you'll guide the development and support of provider networks as well as unit cost management activities through financial and network pricing modeling, analysis and reporting. As you do, you'll discover the resources, backing and opportunities that you'd expect from a Fortune 5 leader.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Guide development of geographically competitive, broad access, stable networks that achieve objectives for unit cost performance and trend management
  • Develop functional, market level and/or site strategy, plans, production and/or organizational priorities
  • Apply network configuration and incentive-based payment models as appropriate to improve quality and efficiency
  • Identify and resolve technical, operational and organizational problems
  • Direct work that impacts entire functions and/or customer accounts (internal or external)

Are you ready to put your skills to the test? In this high-impact role, you will need to be a strong leader and have the proven ability to establish trust and build relationships with leaders and experts across an organization.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

  • 5 years of supervisory level experience in a network management-related role handling complex network providers with accountability for business results
  • 5 years of experience with provider contracting
  • 2 years of experience developing product pricing and utilizing financial modeling in making rate decisions
  • 2 years of experience managing a medical cost and administrative budget
  • Expert level of knowledge of Medicare Resource Based Relative Value System (RBRVS), DRGs, Ambulatory Surgery Center Groupers, etc.
  • Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $112,700 - $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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


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