Provider Network Development Specialist - Remote

We're Hiring: Provider Network Development Specialist (Remote) Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 annually, based on experience The IMA Group is seeking a Provider Network Development & Relations Specialist to help grow and strengthen our national provider network supporting Disability, Workers' Compensation, Employer Services, and Independent Medical Examination (IME) programs.This role combines provider recruitment, account management, and network development. You'll serve as a strategic partner to physicians and healthcare practices, building relationships that expand our provider panel, improve market coverage, and support long-term network growth across the country. Rather than focusing solely on recruitment, this position is responsible for developing and managing provider relationships, engaging medical practices, identifying expansion opportunities, and serving as a key liaison between providers and The IMA Group. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys business development, healthcare relationship management, provider engagement, and building strategic partnerships. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and expand provider relationships across priority markets and specialtiesEngage physicians, practice administrators, and healthcare groups to grow The IMA Group's provider networkIdentify geographic and specialty coverage gaps and execute targeted network expansion strategiesServe as the primary relationship manager for assigned providers and practicesMaintain ongoing provider engagement to support retention, satisfaction, and long-term partnership growthCoordinate provider onboarding, credentialing, and activation activitiesBuild and manage a pipeline of prospective providers, practices, and healthcare organizationsCollaborate with internal operations, credentialing, and leadership teams to support network development initiativesTrack outreach activity, provider engagement metrics, and network growth performanceQualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Communications, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)2+ years of experience in provider relations, physician liaison, healthcare business development, account management, network development, physician recruitment, or a related fieldDemonstrated success building relationships with physicians, medical groups, or healthcare organizationsExperience working with physician practices, healthcare networks, or provider organizationsStrong consultative communication and relationship management skillsAbility to identify opportunities, influence stakeholders, and drive network growthStrong Excel, CRM, and reporting capabilitiesAbility to work independently in a remote environmentPreferred QualificationsExperience managing pipelines, territory development, or account portfoliosKnowledge of disability, workers' compensation, IME, or related healthcare servicesExperience supporting multi-state provider networksExperience with credentialing, provider onboarding, or healthcare contractingWhy Join The IMA Group?Remote work environment with nationwide impactOpportunity to directly influence network growth and provider engagement strategyCollaborative and mission-driven healthcare organizationExposure to multiple healthcare service lines and specialtiesCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits packageGrowth opportunity within a rapidly expanding national provider network The IMA Group is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.Our Government Services Division supports local, state, and federal agencies and delivers professional and objective medical and psychological examinations as well as ancillary services. Our Payer Services Division meets the evaluation and screening needs of Carriers, TPAs, Public Entities and Employers and includes behavioral health and physical medicine specialty services, working with a wide range of organizations within the workers' compensation, disability, liability, and auto markets. Our Clinical Research Division performs all types of Phase II-IV clinical trials in multiple therapeutic areas through a flexible nationwide network of site locations and virtual capabilities.