Contracts Management Specialist

Sonora Quest Laboratories / Laboratory Sciences of Arizona•Yakima, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position administers contracts for the organization. This position participates in the development and implementation of contract management tools and processes to assist in achieving the organization’s contracting objectives and strategies. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

Requirements

Experience consistent with a bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare or related field.
Three (3) years’ experience in contract management/negotiation.
Demonstrated skill in problem analysis and resolution; contract management and negotiation in a variety of specialties that may encompass information systems, procurement, real estate, equipment leases and managed care.
Strong oral and written communication and highly developed interpersonal and listening skills.
Demonstrated ability to function independently, with demonstrated flexibility handling multiple projects (project management).
Strong computer and database skills.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal Certificate or equivalent.
Knowledge/experience with HIPAA.
Additional related experience and/or education.

Responsibilities

Conducts initial review of proposed contract language. Reviews and revises proposed contracts, ensuring compliance with company policy/guidelines and legal requirements. Assesses business terms to be sure the contract supports the company/business unit goals. Works directly with vendors/payors to negotiate and resolve contract issues, preparing contract documents for approval and execution by appropriate company leader.
Drafts and reviews contracts or other related documents for execution by appropriate company leaders. Verifies intent of proposed contract with internal and external customers (including company and vendor/payor legal counsel).
Serves as a resource for internal and external clients to interpret contract language and resolves contract issues by reviewing and interpreting contract terms and originating contract documentation.
Participates in contract monitoring and support tools (matrices), by reviewing and interpreting contracts, extracting key information for use by internal and/or external customers, and keeping abreast of changes in company locations for inclusion in various matrices. Maintains contract and correspondence file systems, key activity dates report (with corresponding notices of changes to external customers) and contract workflow log.
May participate in major projects as needed.