Executive Director, Provider Contracting- HealthSpring- work from home

HCSC • Chicago, IL

10h • Remote

About The Position

This position is responsible for overall provider contracting and oversees the development and management of network strategies, contract drafting, reimbursement contract negotiations, and servicing products and networks to support Medicare Advantage programs. This position is accountable for the Health Spring Eastern Region.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree and 6 years experience in health care/insurance administration, hospital/health care contracting, and hospital/physician relations OR 8 years experience in health care/insurance administration, hospital/health care contracting, and hospital/physician relations.
• 5 years management experience.
• Knowledge of hospital and provider reimbursement strategies and policies.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communications skills including interpersonal skills to represent company to external entities, negotiate contracts, resolve issues, and prepare executive and employee presentations.
• Leadership skills, team player, relationship building skills.
• Experience working in a fast paced environment and meeting deadlines.
• Accuracy and sound judgment with regard to financial matters such as contract performance and impact.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or Masters in Health Administration.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility over all Health Spring Eastern Region MA contracting decisions and outcomes- including managing terminations, adequacy, affordability for 33 states and national partnerships.
• Accountable for the development, negotiation and successful completion of reimbursement contracts. Ensure appropriate coverage of networks for locations.
• Achieve competitive advantage in discounts and access through contract negotiations and effective relationship management.
• Develop strategies, draft agreements and negotiate contracts for newly recognized categories of providers.
• Oversee the analysis and reporting required to develop reimbursement strategies and take corrective action as needed.
• Oversee the performance of hospital audits and appropriate reimbursement of hospital costs.
• Accountable for resolution of issues and contractual disputes.
• Ensure staff meets/exceeds goals, objectives and initiatives. Ensure staff is trained, positions are filled, and employees receive communications on changes, etc.
• Accountable for budget, operational reporting and financial reporting.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with co-workers, management, customers, etc.
• Overseeing the annual budget and allocating resources for various projects and operational needs.
• Translating needs and initiatives into compelling business cases.
• Conducting cost-benefit analyses to justify investments and ensure ROI.

Benefits

• health and wellness benefits
• 401(k) savings plan
• pension plan
• paid time off
• paid parental leave
• disability insurance
• supplemental life insurance
• employee assistance program
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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