Provider Relations Manager Jobs in Nebraska (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Provider Relations Representative
Job Description
The Provider Relations Representative supports dental providers and members by handling data entry, processing, and customer service activities related to provider participation, credentialing, contracts, and billing concerns. This fully remote role (after initial in-office training in Lincoln, NE) requires a highly motivated, detail-oriented professional who can multitask across multiple systems, manage a steady volume of calls and emails, and engage in clear, sometimes difficult billing-related conversations while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for dental providers regarding participation status, credentialing, and contract-related questions.
• Process new provider applications, credentialing requests, and updates or changes to provider records with accuracy and timeliness.
• Respond to provider and member inquiries via phone, email, and voicemail, ensuring professional, courteous, and accurate communication.
• Handle approximately 20 calls per day while managing email correspondence and billing-related concerns.
• Manage queue-based tasks, including provider additions, terminations, fee schedule updates, and contract maintenance activities.
• Review and submit audits, ensuring all documentation meets compliance and credentialing standards.
• Support assigned provider groups by managing all related communications, requests, and follow-up activities.
• Collaborate with internal departments and network leasing partners to ensure data consistency, accurate contract loading, and seamless provider experiences.
• Investigate and help resolve complaints from providers and members, coordinating with Compliance and other internal teams when necessary.
• Participate in tough conversations related to billing issues while maintaining professionalism and clear communication.
• Mentor peers and assist with training new hires on systems, processes, and procedures as needed.
• Attend team meetings and remain current on internal processes, policies, and industry regulations.
• Meet or exceed daily processing numbers, functional metrics, and audit standards as measured through personalized scorecards.
• Maintain strong attention to detail while working in multiple software systems simultaneously.
• Adapt to system and process changes, including transitioning from a current DOS-like system to a future new system.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to handle approximately 20 calls per day while managing email correspondence and billing-related concerns.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Customer support experience or aptitude, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally via phone, email, and voicemail.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask effectively across multiple software systems and queues.
• Comfort having tough conversations, particularly related to billing issues, while maintaining professionalism.
• Accountability for meeting daily processing numbers, functional metrics, and audit requirements.
• Adaptability to change, including new systems, processes, and policies.
• Proficiency with multiple software programs, including a current DOS-like system and the ability to learn a new system.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment without close supervision or extensive hand-holding.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage queue-based work such as provider adds, terminations, and fee schedule updates.
• Willingness to learn and be trained on job duties, systems, and procedures, regardless of prior industry experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent education is preferred.
• 2-4 years of related experience is preferred, but the role is also open to new graduates and candidates from diverse professional backgrounds.
• Experience in data entry, customer support, or billing systems is beneficial.
• Familiarity with multitask software and working across multiple systems simultaneously is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and audit-related tasks.
• Ability to mentor peers and assist in training new hires is a plus.
• Interest in professional development, leadership development programs, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Comfort working in a metrics-driven environment with performance measured through scorecards covering turnaround time, accuracy, customer service, and PTO.
• Motivation to take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other educational support programs.

Work Environment
The role begins with in-office training for approximately the first week (three days of in-office training noted) in Lincoln, Nebraska, and then transitions to a remote position within Nebraska that does not require regular in-office presence. Training hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. and Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. After training, normal hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Once you are a full-time employee, there is an option to work a flexible schedule of four 10-hour days.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Lincoln, NE.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.