Senior Contracting Specialist

AmeriLife•Tampa, FL

77d•Onsite

About The Position

Explore how you can contribute at AmeriLife. For over 50 years, AmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement. Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents, marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry. Responsible for leading and managing the end-to-end contracting process with healthcare providers and the organizations.

Requirements

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in insurance contracting or payer relations in the healthcare industry.
Strong knowledge of commercial and government payer systems, contract language, and reimbursement methodologies.
Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
Proficiency in contract management software, Excel, and data analysis tools.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Insurance industry regulations and standards - Including CMS guidelines, state and federal compliance.
Provider contracting processes - Credentialing, recredentialing, and contract lifecycle.
Health plan operations - Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and commercial insurance structures.
Contract law fundamentals - Especially related to healthcare provider agreements.
Healthcare terminology and provider types - PCPs, specialists, facilities, etc.
Attention to detail - Reviewing legal documents and verifying credentialing data.
Communication skills - Clear, professional interaction with providers, legal teams, and internal departments.
Organization & time management - Managing multiple contract requests and deadlines simultaneously.
Data entry & database management - Proficiency in systems like CAQH, Salesforce, or internal contract management platforms.
Problem-solving - Handling escalations or delays in contracting and credentialing.
Work independently and collaboratively - Capable of driving tasks with minimal supervision and within a team.
Analyze and interpret legal documents - Understanding key terms and assessing contract risk.
Adapt to regulatory changes - Stay current and adjust processes as rules evolve.
Maintain confidentiality - Handling sensitive provider and organizational information appropriately.