Provider Contracting Lead Analyst - Cigna Healthcare - Hybrid/Illinois

Cigna Healthcare•Chicago, IL

1d•$92,000 - $153,300•Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves as an integral member of the Provider Contracting Team and reports to the Contracting Director. This role assists in day to day contracting and network management activities for a given territory within Illinois.

Requirements

1-3 years in Provider Contracting, Network Operations or Pricing Required.
Highly motivated, confident, energetic, and positive attitude
Strong communication and presentation skills, along with listening ability
Strong analytic skills and financial acumen
Willing and able to take initiative and is results-oriented
Effective critical thinking, problem-solving and influencing skills
Exceptional work ethic, willing and eagerness to succeed – a proven self-starter
A high degree of honesty and integrity
Ability to collaborate with others
Goal-oriented and career-minded
Exceptional customer service standards and delivery
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize projects and to handle multiple demands simultaneously
Proficient in Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred. Significant industry experience will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor degree.

Responsibilities

Negotiate commercial contracts with physician and ancillary groups with manager and senior teammate oversight.
Perform detailed financial modeling and analysis related to provider contracts to exceed planned timing and performance expectations.
Efficiently leverage complex internal systems and processes to support provider contract administration.
Use strong verbal and written communication to strengthen provider relationships and contribute as a valued member of the external facing relationship management team.
Establish, develop, and maintain relationships. Within your assigned market, you’ll be expected to cultivate relationships with providers, both current and prospective. You will build and maintain relationships that nurture provider partnerships to support the local market strategy.
Understand the interrelationships and competitive landscape of the providers in your geographic area.
Understand the dynamics of provider networks. Support strategic positioning for provider contracting, assist in the development of Commercial networks and help to identify opportunities for greater value-orientation.
Be a team player. Work closely with a variety of internal and external individuals to accomplish your goals, including your Manager, Provider Service, Provider Data Management, Fee Schedule Management, Regional Director, Legal, Network Analytics, Compliance and Sales.