National Contracts Assistant

Addus HomeCare • Lisle, IL

103d • Hybrid

About The Position

Provides support to National Contract Department personnel including the development of bid and contract responses, applications, licenses and maintenance of Medicaid and other operating provider numbers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and advanced course work or continuing education
• Contract/license or regulatory support to a healthcare organization and senior management
• Medicaid and Medicare enrollment experience a plus
• Self-confident, energetic, tenacious, and detail-oriented, with a high sense of urgency
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task under tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance is required

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the research, production and timely filing of provider applications for new and existing business
• Complete application forms and prepare submission documents
• Coordinate acquire deliverables with internal department personnel
• Communicate with management and executive staff for approval
• Development and maintenance of relationships with contracting entities
• Support maintenance/ renewal of company operating licenses and provider numbers
• Development of accurate and complete internal paperwork related to contract documents; including approvals from required Departments and senior leadership
• Maintain accurate paper and electronic (database) files
• Review and compare existing contract agreements and amendments as they are updated
• Support branch office locations in the management of their local business license filings, Insurance certificates, re-credentialing etc. when necessary
• Coordinate requests for insurance certificates and other compliance documents for all types of payer customers
• Initiate and track Payer and Rate update forms according to contracts and amendments
• Filing and storing documentation according to set procedures electronic and paper
• Assist with market research projects
• Assist Senior Management and Contract Specialists to develop responsive, responsible bid applications delivered on time within the constraints of the RFP
• Source, review and summarize consistent and accurate evaluations regarding available bids and contracts to department personnel
• Ensure compliance with all necessary provider numbers and licenses to continue operations
• Maintains a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information
• Maintains regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the department
• Follows all Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA regulations and requirements
• Abides by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Continued Education
• PTO Plan
• Retirement Planning
• Life Insurance
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED