Senior Director Managed Care

Ascension•Strongsville, OH

3d•$167,852 - $285,348•Remote

About The Position

Develop a comprehensive payer revenue strategy and execute that strategy through contracting with payers across the Wisconsin market, transforming high-level goals into market-specific results. Serve as the primary negotiator in high-stakes payer discussions, securing agreements that protect and grow our financial and clinical interests. Develop a deep, “boots on the ground” understanding of the Wisconsin market’s competitive landscape, payer dynamics and our delivery footprint. Bridge the gap between contracting and operations by aligning payer strategies with long-term business plans and organizational growth objectives. Take full accountability for the bottom line by monitoring payer net revenue performance and collaborate with cross-functional teams to exceed budget targets for payer lifts and revenue growth.

Requirements

High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.
Advanced capacity to transform complex data into actionable strategies that drive measurable financial ROI and organizational growth.
Exceptional ability to foster collaboration, align diverse stakeholders, and navigate high-stakes negotiations through active listening and diplomacy.
Proven expertise in prioritizing workloads, leading change, and delegating effectively to deliver scalable, human-centered solutions in demanding markets.

Responsibilities

Develop a comprehensive payer revenue strategy and execute that strategy through contracting with payers across the Wisconsin market, transforming high-level goals into market-specific results.
Serve as the primary negotiator in high-stakes payer discussions, securing agreements that protect and grow our financial and clinical interests.
Develop a deep, “boots on the ground” understanding of the Wisconsin market’s competitive landscape, payer dynamics and our delivery footprint.
Bridge the gap between contracting and operations by aligning payer strategies with long-term business plans and organizational growth objectives.
Take full accountability for the bottom line by monitoring payer net revenue performance and collaborate with cross-functional teams to exceed budget targets for payer lifts and revenue growth.