A good company to work for - Director Banner Health Employee Review

My leadership team is wonderful

Benefits could be better- better 401k match

1. Strong Provider Relationships * Direct interaction with provider groups, health systems, FQHCs, specialists, hospitals, and community providers. * Opportunity to become a trusted resource and problem solver. * High visibility with external stakeholders. 2. Broad Organizational Exposure * Works closely with Claims, Contracting, Credentialing, Configuration, Network Management, Quality, Compliance, Finance, and Operations. * Provides a strong understanding of how the entire health plan functions. 3. AHCCCS & Medicare Expertise * Deep exposure to Medicaid (AHCCCS) and Medicare Advantage operations. * Builds expertise in provider reimbursement, claims, credentialing, and regulatory requirements. 4. Strategic Project Opportunities * Provider Relations often identifies operational gaps before other departments. * Opportunities to lead initiatives such as onboarding improvements, provider communications, educational programs, and operational remediation efforts. 5. Community Impact * Ability to directly improve provider experience and member access to care. * Strong connection to community-based healthcare delivery. 6. Leadership Development * Excellent foundation for advancement into: * Government Programs * Provider Operations * Network Management * Strategic Initiatives * Compliance * Population Health * Executive Leadership

Like many large healthcare organizations, decision-making can sometimes take longer due to the number of stakeholders involved. Cross-functional projects often require coordination across multiple departments, which can impact timelines but also helps ensure compliance and thoughtful implementation.