Provider Contracting Lead Analyst - Cigna Healthcare - Denver, CO

The Cigna Group•Denver, CO

4d•$71,400 - $119,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is seeking a Provider Contracting Lead Analyst to join their team. This role involves advocating for better health through every stage of life by guiding customers through the healthcare system and empowering them with information to make the best health choices. The company is committed to driving growth and improving lives. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

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

Multilingual language skills are highly desired

Responsibilities

Lead ancillary provider and health system contract negotiations 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.