Contract Negotiator I

Centene Corporation•Remote-IN, IN

1d•$56,200 - $101,000•Remote

About The Position

Recruit physician, hospital, and ancillary service providers to sign network participation agreements that comply with corporate, health plan, and state guidelines. Ensure all necessary documentation and information are included. Develop the network for an assigned region and provider set, lead assigned recruitments, and ensure contracts are complete, accurate, and aligned with objectives. Facilitate provider setup and contract configuration to support accurate claims adjudication. Candidates must be located in Indiana. The remote position requires occasional local travel for internal and provider-facing meetings. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Finance, a related field, or equivalent experience.
0–2 years of experience in contracting, contract analysis, provider relations, or provider experience in a hospital, physician’s office, or group setting.
Must be located in Indiana for consideration.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with state and/or federal health care programs, including Medicaid and Medicare.

Responsibilities

Recruit and develop the network for an assigned region and provider set.
Lead assigned physician, hospital, and ancillary provider recruitments and ensure they result in complete and accurate standard contracts that meet objectives.
Facilitate and oversee provider setup and contract configuration to ensure accurate claims adjudication.
Initiate contact with and identify potential providers based on geographic and specialty needs, and update the database.
Coordinate with internal departments and contracted providers to implement and maintain contract compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.