Payer Contracting Administrator

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing•New Paltz, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Payer Contracting Administrator for a non-profit organization that operates a network of federally qualified health centers. This organization is dedicated to ensuring access to healthcare for all and offers comprehensive services including Primary Care, Behavioral Health, specialty care, and health education and advocacy.

Requirements

Experience in managed care contracting, credentialing, or healthcare administration – Required.
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer processes.
Strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
Proficiency in database management and reporting.
Knowledge of provider and facility identifiers (NPI, MMIS, PTAN).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong interpersonal skills for building and maintaining payer relationships.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Nice To Haves

Working in an Article 28 and/or Federally Qualified Health Center system – Preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage managed care payer contracts (new, renewals, amendments, re-papering).
Maintain accurate contract records, terms, and payer contacts.
Credential and recredential sites with Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care payers.
Track provider and facility identifiers (NPI, MMIS, PTAN).
Lead payer-related projects and research reimbursement for new services.
Support implementation of new payer requirements and contractual changes.
Maintain contracting and credentialing databases and audit-ready documentation.
Compile operational and financial reports; provide payer performance insights.
Serve as primary contact and maintain strong payer relationships.