Insurance Credentialing & Contracting Specialist

ISTA Personnel Solutions South Africa is a dynamic and fast-growing BPO company based in South Africa, specializing in providing top-tier operational support to U.S.-based companies. We are not a recruitment agency - we are a dedicated extension of our clients' teams, delivering high-quality service with precision, efficiency, and a personal touch.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Insurance Credentialing & Contracting Specialist for our U.S.-based client, a growing multi-state provider of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy services for children with autism. This role sits at the intersection of compliance and negotiation: you'll manage the credentialing of newly hired clinicians with insurance providers, and drive the research and outreach needed to get the company in-network with new insurers as they expand into new states.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage insurance credentialing for newly hired clinicians, updating documentation and portal profiles with individual insurers to ensure compliance and correct billing
• Research insurance landscapes in new states as the company expands, identifying which insurers to prioritize for network participation
• Reach out to insurance companies to understand credentialing requirements, application processes, and reimbursement rate structures
• Negotiate reimbursement rates with insurers where offered rates fall below competitive benchmarks
• Track credentialing and contracting progress, flagging delays or issues proactively
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready records across multiple insurer portals and systems
• Follow established workflows and escalate matters appropriately when required
• Complete other ad hoc coordination tasks as needed

Requirements

• U.S. health insurance experience, including private insurers and Medicaid
• Excellent communication skills and strong English fluency (verbal and written)
• Strong critical thinking and independent problem-solving skills, particularly for the contracting/negotiation side of the role
• A confident, proactive attitude - comfortable initiating contact with insurers and pushing for better terms
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the discipline to manage multiple portals and deadlines accurately
• Basic computer literacy, including MS Office and Outlook (no advanced Excel skills required)
• Experience with ABA-specific insurance processes is a strong plus, but not required
• Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision