Job: Network Coordinator

Jobing Description

APS Healthcare provides health services to our member populations, with the goal of improving the health of those we serve. We have an exciting opportunity for a Network Coordinator based in our Columbia, MD office. This is a part-time position, working twenty hours per week.

The Network Coordinator performs duties to coordinate, negotiate and handle activities of the provider contracting and provider relations/services function; including recruitment

Essential Functions:

Recruits practitioners and provider organizations for single case agreements.
Negotiates, reviews and prepares both the practitioner and provider organization contracts.
Ensures that contract language is within APS, client, and regulatory body standards and guidelines.
Enters provider information into database.
Serves as the Liaison for resolution of practitioner/ provider issues.
Assist EAP department with other administrative duties as necessary.

Education:

High school diploma or GED required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years experience within behavioral health/EAP field.
Previous provider relations experience preferred
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to multi-task and work independently or as part of a team to meet customer expectations as well as internal and external standards.
Ability to de-escalate conflict situations with minimal supervisory assistance but recognize when a situation is beyond individual training/expertise and requires assistance.
Internet and web-based systems experience required.