Contract Manager, Contracting & Payor Relations
About The Position
Manages the negotiation of assigned facility, professional, and ancillary third-party payor contracts between Seattle Children's Healthcare System (SCHS) and health plans, Medicaid agencies, and other payors, with combined revenue totaling more than $4B annually. Performs advanced contract editing and drafting, develops rate proposals, and represents Seattle Children's Hospital in negotiations with payors and state agencies. Acts as the primary liaison with other departments concerning assigned contracts and is responsible for establishing and maintaining business relationships with payors, agencies, and internal customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or an associate degree or certificate in paralegal studies, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in healthcare contracting, including but not limited to hospital, physician group, health plan, or state agency contracting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in value-based care contracting.
- Experience or knowledge of Washington State Healthcare laws and regulations.
- Master's degree in a relevant field.
- Proven experience as the primary lead in hospital, physician group, and ancillary contract negotiations.
Responsibilities
- Manages the negotiation of assigned facility, professional, and ancillary third-party payor contracts
- Performs advanced contract editing and drafting
- Develops rate proposals
- Represents Seattle Children's Hospital in negotiations with payors and state agencies
- Acts as the primary liaison with other departments concerning assigned contracts
- Responsible for establishing and maintaining business relationships with payors, agencies, and internal customers
Benefits
- Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
- Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
