Head of Network Development – Senior Director

Oscar Health

. Lead strategic provider sourcing to expand and improve Oscar's payer network .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $178,848 - $260,820 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in provider network development and recruitment strategies, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and network adequacy standards. Proven ability to lead and mentor teams while driving performance metrics and improving patient access.

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Provider Network DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceTeam LeadershipNetwork Management PlatformsHealthcare Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Provider RecruitmentNetwork OperationsNetwork Adequacy StandardsContracting with Community Health CentersMulti-Departmental Workflow ManagementData AnalysisStrategic PlanningPerformance Metrics MonitoringAccess-to-Care StandardsHealthcare Administration

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringLeadershipCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Quest AnalyticsCRM Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare AdministrationMaster's Degree in Health Administration

Industry Keywords

Essential Community ProvidersFederally Qualified Health CentersHealth PlanManaged Services OrganizationMedicare

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic provider sourcing to expand and improve Oscar's payer network
Drive recruitment of non-anchor providers, Essential Community Providers (ECPs), and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)
Support network adequacy standards, improve patient access, and improve overall network performance
Manage incoming provider participation requests
Collaborate with Network Contracting, Network Strategy, and Market Leadership to build a compliant network enabling profitable member growth
Report to the Senior Vice President, Network & Provider Management
Architect and complete targeted network expansion strategies
Lead end-to-end recruitment plans for non-anchor practitioners, medical groups, and ECPs/FQHCs
Monitor regional provider density and access metrics to identify and close gaps
Align provider recruitment targets with regulatory needs and commercial, ACA, or Medicare growth plans
Track and lead recruitment pipeline velocity and team productivity
Use network design analytics to monitor recruitment pipeline throughput and address regulatory coverage gaps
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of network development professionals, including employees and contractors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field
12+ years of experience in healthcare industry
5+ years of progressive leadership experience in provider network development, network operations, or provider recruitment within a health plan, MSO, or health system
Experience engaging and contracting with community health centers, FQHCs, and independent provider groups
Demonstrated understanding of CMS and state-level network adequacy requirements and access-to-care standards
Experience managing multi-departmental workflows across contracting, legal, operations, and market leadership teams
Experience using network management platforms (e.g., Quest Analytics) and CRM tools to drive recruitment strategy
Master's degree (Master of Health Administration, Master of Public Health, or Master of Business Administration) is a bonus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee benefits
Unlimited vacation program
Company equity grants
Annual performance bonuses
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
11 paid holidays
Paid sick time
Paid parental leave
401(k) plan participation
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid wellness time
Wellness reimbursements
Regular travel for team meetings and company events