Contract Specialist

Memorial Hospital of Boscobel • La Crosse, WI

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Contract Specialist provides a broad range of contracting and related services for Emplify Health. The role manages the preparation, compliance, development, review, maintenance, and changes of contractual arrangements, including agreements referred to the department. It collects internal data and information to analyze, evaluate, and facilitate administrative follow-up on contract performance, operations, and delivery. The specialist participates in negotiations to close business while managing exposure to risks in contract documents as requested by the next-level leader.

The position is in Contract Services, reports to the Manager, Contracts, is scheduled for 40 hours per week, and is hybrid with two days per week on-site in La Crosse.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or a health-related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in managed care, business, legal studies, health, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of experience in a contract management environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and analyze contracts to assess financial and administrative impact and ensure alignment with corporate goals.
• Review, negotiate, and implement contracts, including participating in audits, reporting, and cross-departmental problem-solving.
• Lead and train team members in contract data-entry processes; collaborate with IS to develop reports and workflows.
• Monitor contract performance using software tools and internal feedback to ensure service quality.
• Support senior leadership in creating and maintaining service contracts for Emplify Health.
• Manage contract renewals and resolve issues to ensure agreements are timely, compliant, and effective.
• Streamline contracting processes and facilitate communication across departments to ensure proper implementation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and pet insurance.
• Retirement contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
• Zen Room with massage chairs, corporate gym, yoga classes, and local gym discounts.
• Tuition Invest Program, internal courses, and Career Development Center.
• DEI initiatives and celebration programs.
• 18% Verizon data plan discount.
• 20% off Gundersen services not covered by insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level