Contract Manager II
Recruiting Only - Telecommuter
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PRIMARY PURPOSE: To negotiate fee-for-service hospital and medical group contracts for multiple lines of business in managed care markets; to maintain provider participation within the network; and to expand and develop provider network.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
- Negotiates fee-for-service hospital and medical group contracts for multiple lines of business in the managed care markets.
- Analyzes market data and financial models.
- Prepares, negotiates, and administers provider contracts.
- Develops and expands provider participation within the network.
- Maintains provider participation within the network.
- Monitors provider performance; implements corrective action plans.
- Identifies current issues and probable future issues; guides staff through resolution.
- Documents contracts; updates contracts as changes occur.
- Coordinates customer inquiries.
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree with major in Health Services or Hospital Administration from an accredited college or university preferred.
Experience
Four (4) years of progressive provider network contract negotiation experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Experience in a healthcare management environment including provider contracting, servicing and benefit interpretation preferred. Two (2) years supervisory experience preferred.
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong project management skills
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
- PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
- Leadership/management/motivational skills
- Analytical and interpretive skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
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RestrictionsTelecommuter
Benefits/PerksCareer growth Comprehensive benefits Comprehensive benefits package Dental Employee assistance Flexibility Health savings account Inclusive environment Life Insurance Medical PTO Support for mental and physical needs Vision
Tasks- Analyze market data
- Negotiate contracts
- Travel as required
Analytical Communication Contract Negotiation Flexibility Leadership Microsoft Office Microsoft Office products Negotiation Oral communication Organizational PC literate Presentation Problem-solving Project Management Teamwork Troubleshooting Written communication
Experience4 years
Education