Sr. Client Partner, Consultant - DentaQuest (Iowa)

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

DentaQuest manages dental and vision benefits for more than 33 million Americans. Our outcomes-based, cost-effective solutions are designed for Medicaid and CHIP, Medicare Advantage, small and large businesses, and individuals. With a focus on prevention and value, we aim to make quality care accessible to improve the oral health of all.

Job Description:

Location: We welcome applicants anywhere in Iowa

At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for our Clients. We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work. Every day, you’ll be empowered and challenged by working with dynamic colleagues to find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America. 

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for overall client relationship, satisfaction, and program success.  The Sr. Client Partner will oversee every element of the contract deliverables, including compliance reporting, financial reporting and service level performance reporting. Also responsible for ensuring effective internal coordination of cross-functional teams and external communication of client requests to ensure client expectations are satisfied.

How you will contribute: 

• Responsible for on-going, effective communications and service to the current clients via on-site meetings, web-conference calls, and day-to-day interaction.
• Provide primary support to DentaQuest leadership for administration of administration of the client’s program, and communicate information accurately and efficiently, to ensure that DQ is meeting and exceeding client expectations, and the terms of the RFR and contract.
• Proactively identify client expectations, communicate expectations to DQ leadership and staff, and ensure expectations requirements are delivered effectively. Proactively resolve issues and strengthen relationships at various professional levels within the client’s organization.
• Responsible for coordination and serving as primary point of contact for client audits of DentaQuest programs to include coordination of documentation requests, meeting organization, and responding to auditor follow-up requests to DentaQuest.
• Develop and maintain relationships with appropriate functional areas within DentaQuest to ensure effective contract performance. 
• Support innovative business practices and process improvement opportunities for current and prospective clients (e.g., P4Q, QARR, ER Diversion).
• Monitor changes in regulations and fee schedules and communicate same to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Perform functions that support timely and accurate reporting to clients.
• Responsible for ensuring Office Reference Manuals are kept up to date, corrective action plans are implemented, and client audits are organized effectively. 
• Develops and submits IODs based on CMS, market- or client-specific program requirements.
• Manages process for obtaining program requirements, documentation, support and other special requests from clients, providers and other organizations.
• May be responsible for to local DQ staff. Responsible for the determination and implementation of performance and wage evaluations, performance improvement plans, disciplinary processes, and terminations for local staff, in accordance with company policy.
• Provides regular updates to senior management on internal and external issues affecting market performance.
• Represent DentaQuest at health fairs, conferences and advisory meetings through the State.
• Utilize leadership, negotiation, conflict resolution, project management, and strategic problem-solving skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you will bring with you: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Healthcare Administration (or related field) or equivalent, relevant work experience.
• Five years’ experience working with external clients/customers; proven track record of providing superior service to internal and external customers.
• Two years’ experience in a supervisory role.
• Well-organized and superior organizational, written, and oral communication skills (particularly