Are you located in Knoxville, Tennessee and have experience working directly with providers? If so, you may be a perfect fit for an opening on our Provider Networks & Contracting team, focusing on the Knoxville market\! We are looking for an energetic, detail\-oriented individual to become part of this team as a **Network Manager** \. As a **Network Manager** , you will serve as the primary liaison and first point of contact for designated providers in Knoxville\. Your role involves educating and assisting market providers, maintaining relationships through daily interactions, and providing technical support to correct errors and manage risks for both the insurer and provider\. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for effective partnership and collaboration\. You will work closely with network contracting and other BCBST matrix partners, such as enrollment and operations, to support providers and achieve market initiatives\. Key skills for this role include collaboration, problem\-solving, and organization\. The hiring team is looking for an individual with the following experience: + 3 years of experience in provider relations and network development with emphasis on healthcare education and reimbursement + Claim adjudication experience related to facility and professional providers + Established relationships with providers in the Knoxville market + Strong interpersonal skills, as building strong partnerships is key to the success in this role + FACETS knowledge is preferred but not required This is a remote position with occasional provider and team meetings in Knoxville, TN and surrounding counties\. **Job Responsibilities** + Identifying educational topics, methods, and strategies to enhance compliance throughout the provider network\. + Implementing, supporting, and monitoring provider programs and enterprise initiatives + Implementing processes and changes needed to maintain regulatory compliance, contract compliance or to improve quality\. + Handling escalated provider enrollment processing and problem resolution\. + Leading data reporting and analysis projects to monitor financial and service relations with providers\. + Consulting with providers on delivery, training and support related issues, identifying opportunities for enhancement and recommending solutions\. + Able to travel to provider offices or conduct virtual meetings as required\. **Job Qualifications** _Education_ + Bachelors degree in business or healthcare or relevant field or equivalent work experience required _Experience_ + 3 years \- Experience in provider relations and network development with emphasis on healthcare education and reimbursement\. _Skills\\Certifications_ + Ability to speak in public and conduct effective presentations\. + Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or function in a team environment sharing responsibility, roles and accountability\. + Demonstrated ability to interpret and translate technical and/or or complex concepts into information meaningful to project team members and/or business personnel\. + Proficient in Microsoft Office \(Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint\) + Accuracy and attention to detail + Effective time management skills + Excellent oral and written communication skills + Strong interpersonal and organizational skills + Strong analytical skills + Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities + Positive attitude, self\-driven, engaging, proactive, results drive + Knowledge in Medical terminology + Knowledge of contract language and reimbursement methodologies, managed care business processes, case\-mix adjustment, medical terminology, utilization management and applications for claims payment, required\. _License_ + Valid Driver's License Employees who are required to operate either a personal or rental vehicle for company business on a routine basis\* will be automatically enrolled into the BCBST Driver Safety Program\. The employee will also be required to adhere to the guidelines set forth through the program\. This includes, maintaining a valid driver’s license, auto insurance compliance with minimum liability requirements; as defined in the “Use of Non BCBST\-Owned Vehicle” Policy \(for employees driving personal or rental vehicles only\); and maintaining an acceptable motor vehicle record \(MVR\)\. \*The definition for "routine basis" is defined as daily, weekly or at regularly schedule times\. **Number of Openings Available** 1 **Worker Type:** Employee **Company:** BCBST BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc\. **Applying for this job indicates your acknowledgement and understanding of the following statements:** BCBST will recruit, hire, train and promote individuals in all job classifications without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin,citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law\. Further information regarding BCBST's EEO Policies/Notices may be found by reviewing the following page: BCBST's EEO Policies/Notices \(https://www\.bcbst\.com/docs/equal\-employment\-opportunity\.pdf\) **BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity\. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee via\-email, the Internet or any other method without a valid, written Direct Placement Agreement in place for this position from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee HR/Talent Acquisition will not be considered\. No fee will be paid in the event the applicant is hired by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee as a result of the referral or through other means\.** As Tennessee's largest health benefit plan company, we've been helping Tennesseans find their own unique paths to good health since 1945\. More than that, we're your neighbors and friends – fellow Tennesseans with deep roots of caring tradition, a focused approach to physical, financial and community good health for today, and a bright outlook for an even healthier tomorrow\. At BCBST, we empower our employees to thrive both independently and collaboratively, creating a collective impact on the lives of our members\. We seek talented individuals who excel in a team environment, share responsibility, and embrace accountability\. We're also seeking candidates who are proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft Teams, organized, and capable of managing multiple assignments or projects simultaneously\. Additional, strong interpersonal abilities along with strong oral and written communication skills are important across all roles at BCBST\. BCBST is a remote\-first organization with many employees working primarily from their homes\. Each position within the company is classified as either fully remote, partially remote, or office based\. BCBST hires employees for remote positions from across the U\.S\. with the exception of the following states: California, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and New York\. Applicants living in these states may move to an approved state prior to starting a position with BCBST at their own expense\.If the position requires the individual to reside in Chattanooga, TN, they may be eligible for relocation assistance\.