Aeroflow Health – Manager, Payor Relations – Southern Region (Remote)
Aeroflow Health is made up of creative and talented associates who are
transforming patient experience and how consumers receive their healthcare. Our
patient-centric business model is founded on innovation through technology and
cutting-edge delivery platforms. We have grown to be a leader in the home
medical equipment segment of the healthcare industry, are among the
fastest-growing healthcare companies in the country, and are recognized on Inc.
5000’s list of fastest-growing companies in the U.S.
As Aeroflow has expanded, our need for strong leadership in managed care
operations has grown with it. To support our national payer strategy and rapid
market expansion, we’re splitting the country into two regions—North and
South—and adding a new leadership role to oversee the Southern Region.
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Manager, Payor Relations – Southern Region to lead
and grow our payer strategy across multiple states. This is more than a
traditional management position—it’s an opportunity to lead with vision, build
scalable systems, and coach a growing team within one of Aeroflow’s
fastest-moving departments.
Your Primary Responsibilities
As Manager, Payor Relations – Southern Region, you’ll be responsible for:
Leading payer contracting and network development strategy across southern
states (including Medicaid, Medicare, Commercial, IPAs, TPAs).
Managing and developing a high-performing team of three contracting
professionals—helping guide, coach, and build up newer team members.
Building and maintaining relationships with health plans; leading
negotiations, policy escalations, and network development.
Driving progress on three core strategic priorities: payer network expansion,
payer policy change (working with medical teams), and fee schedule
negotiations.
Ensuring payer contract data is accurately updated and configured in internal
systems.
Collaborating with Legal, Compliance, Revenue Cycle, Sales, and Ops to
streamline workflows and ensure payer contracts align with operational
delivery.
Leading and contributing to cross-functional projects with multiple
stakeholders; managing priorities with clear communication.
Auditing internal processes and coaching team members to ensure compliance,
alignment, and continuous improvement.
Employee has an individual responsibility for knowledge of and compliance
with laws, regulations, and policies.
Compliance is a condition of employment and is considered an element of job
performance.
Maintain HIPAA/patient confidentiality
Breakdown of Responsibilities
50% – Coaching and supporting your team on payer expansion, policy changes,
and contract negotiation & configuration.
25% – Leading or participating in company-wide payer strategy projects
alongside other departments.
25% – Process auditing, refinement, and team development to ensure accuracy,
clarity, and effectiveness.
Must-Have Experience
5+ years in healthcare operations, network development, or managed care
contracting (provider, hospital, or DME experience preferred).
Proven experience negotiating contracts with health plans or providers.
Demonstrated success managing and developing teams—especially those newer to
the industry or function.
Experience working with a variety of payer types (Medicaid, Medicare,
Commercial, IPAs, TPAs).
Strong understanding of claims workflows and payer/provider relationships.
Ability to manage escalations, coach team members, and implement scalable
processes.
Nice-to-Haves
Located within 1 hour of a major airport (with strong preference for the
Northeast region)
Experience and a desire managing cross-functional projects and reporting to
multiple stakeholders or leaders.
Experience with fee schedule configuration and payer system setup.
Familiarity with payer compliance and policy monitoring.
Travel Expectations
Quarterly travel to Aeroflow’s corporate office.
What We Look For
We’re looking for someone who can operate as a player/coach—equally confident
mentoring a team and rolling up their sleeves when needed. The ideal candidate
is:
Process-oriented, with a knack for holding others accountable in a friendly
and supportive way.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities.
Collaborative and relationship-driven—internally and externally.
Energetic, proactive, and able to anticipate needs and take action without
waiting to be asked.
What Aeroflow Offers
Competitive Pay, Health Plans with FSA or HSA options, Dental, and Vision
Insurance, Optional Life Insurance, 401K with Company Match, 12 weeks of
parental leave for birthing parent/ 4 weeks leave for non-birthing parent(s),
Additional Parental benefits to include fertility stipends, free diapers, breast
pump, Paid Holidays, PTO Accrual from day one, Employee Assistance Programs and
SO MUCH MORE!!
Here at Aeroflow, we are proud of our commitment to all of our employees.
Aeroflow Health has been recognized both locally and nationally for the
following achievements:
Family Forward Certified
Great Place to Work Certified
Inc. 5000 Best Place to Work award winner
HME Excellence Award
Sky High Growth Award
If you’ve been looking for an opportunity that will allow you to make an impact,
and an organization with unlimited growth potential, we want to hear from you!
Aeroflow Health is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity
and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any
kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin,
disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected
characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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