National Dental Contracting Professional - Medicaid

National Dental Contracting Professional

Partner with a leading health insurer to build and expand a Medicaid dental network. This role identifies, engages, and contracts qualified dentists, ensuring the network meets accessibility, quality, and regulatory standards.

• Proactively source and identify dentists and dental practices for Medicaid network participation.
• Develop and execute outreach strategies, including cold calling, networking, and attending industry events.
• Present network benefits, address provider questions, and negotiate terms to facilitate the contracting process.
• Collect and verify required documentation, ensuring compliance with state and federal Medicaid guidelines.
• Collaborate with legal, credentialing, and provider relations teams to streamline onboarding.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities, contract status, and provider information in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Monitor market trends and provider feedback to refine recruitment efforts and maintain network adequacy.
• Deliver educational programs to providers on Medicaid policies, compliance requirements, best practices, and program updates.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in Medicaid dental provider recruitment, service, or retention.
• Strong knowledge of Medicaid dental programs, provider contracting, fee negotiations, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, public‑speaking, and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong organizational and project‑management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Salesforce.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field.

Work from home with a reliable internet connection (minimum 25

Mbps download, 10

Mbps upload). Remote associates in CA, IL, MT, or SD receive a bi‑weekly internet expense payment. Occasional travel to Humana offices for training or meetings may be required.

Full‑time (40 hours per week) salary range: $65,000 – $88,600 per year. Eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.

Humana offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, disability coverage, life insurance, and additional benefits designed to support well‑being.

Humana is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Humana takes affirmative action in compliance with applicable federal and state laws.