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Director, Payer Partnerships

Boulder Care
Location
United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Payer Partnerships
Salary
$205,000–$235,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5-7+ years of progressive experience in healthcare sales, payer contracting, network development, or managed care
  • A track record of successfully negotiating and closing complex VBC, shared savings, or pay-for-performance contracts with health plans
  • Deep knowledge of alternative payment models, population health strategies, and how Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and commercial plans operate
  • Sharp negotiation, financial, and analytical skills
  • Executive presence and the ability to pitch and influence C-suite decision-makers at major health plans
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have
  • Experience selling to or negotiating with payers in behavioral health, substance use disorder (SUD), or digital health
  • An active network of senior-level contacts at regional and national health plans
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance standards related to VBC and telehealth
What the job really is

The Director of Payer Partnerships at Boulder Care will lead the development of new payer partnerships and transition existing contracts to value-based care models. This role involves negotiating complex contracts, managing the sales cycle, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure successful implementation and performance of agreements. The position is fully remote, requiring a strategic mindset and strong communication skills to influence decision-makers in the healthcare industry.

Benefits
  • Target OTE: $205,000–$235,000, with additional performance-based upside
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability benefits
  • Mental Health Services via insurance coverage
  • 4 weeks of vacation accrued per calendar year, increasing to 5 weeks at 2 years of employment
  • Sick leave accrued at 1 hr for every 30 hrs paid
  • 9 Paid Holidays per year
Things to weigh
  • Fully remote role with specific state residency requirements for applicants
  • High level of autonomy in a fast-paced, high-growth environment may not suit everyone
  • No specific mention of team size or structure, which could impact support and collaboration
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