Healthcare Contract Specialist II - Dignity Health
Bakersfield, CA
About the Job
Overview
*This position is remote, however, will be expected to work PST business hours.
The purpose of Dignity Health Management Services Organization (Dignity Health MSO) is to build a system-wide integrated physician-centric full-service management service organization structure. We offer a menu of management and business services that will leverage economies of scale across provider types and geographies and will lead the effort in developing Dignity Health’s Medicaid population health care management pathways. Dignity Health MSO is dedicated to providing quality managed care administrative and clinical services to medical groups hospitals health plans and employers with a business objective to excel in coordinating patient care in a manner that supports containing costs while continually improving quality of care and levels of service. Dignity Health MSO accomplishes this by capitalizing on industry-leading technology and integrated administrative systems powered by local human resources that put patient care first.
Dignity Health MSO offers an outstanding Total Rewards package that integrates competitive pay with a state-of-the-art flexible Health & Welfare benefits package. Our cafeteria-style benefit program gives employees the ability to choose the benefits they want from a variety of options including medical dental and vision plans for the employee and their dependents Health Spending Account (HSA) Life Insurance and Long Term Disability. We also offer a 401k retirement plan with a generous employer-match. Other benefits include Paid Time Off and Sick Leave.
Responsibilities
*This position is remote, however, will be expected to work PST business hours.
Position Summary:
The Contract Specialist II will be responsible for the development, negotiation, and management of contracts within the Population Health Services Organization (PHSO). This role requires a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulations, contract law, and the ability to manage complex contract processes. The Contract Specialist II will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure that all contracts are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
Responsibilities may include:
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including service agreements, provider contracts, vendor agreements, and other related documents, ensuring that information is readily available for reference by Dignity Health MSO staff by all appropriate means, including hardcopy and electronic.
- Negotiates provider contract language and contract rates.
- Collaborates with legal, finance, and compliance teams to mitigate risk and ensure favorable terms.
- Monitor contract performance, compliance, and renewal dates to ensure timely actions are accurately taken.
- Maintains a comprehensive contract management system, ensuring all contracts are accurately recorded, tracked, and updated.
- Serve as a point of contact for external partners and vendors regarding contract-related matters.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- 6+ years experience working in a high level administrative support position. 2+ years working in a medical group, health plan, hospital or other related healthcare organization.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Law, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Stark Law, and Anti-Kickback Statute.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 8+ years experience working in a high level administrative support position preferred. 4+ years working in a medical group, health plan, hospital or other related healthcare organization preferred.
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Law, or related field preferred.
- Proven track record of successful contract negotiation and administration preferred.
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Pay Range
$34.50 - $44.30 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
*This position is remote, however, will be expected to work PST business hours.
The purpose of Dignity Health Management Services Organization (Dignity Health MSO) is to build a system-wide integrated physician-centric full-service management service organization structure. We offer a menu of management and business services that will leverage economies of scale across provider types and geographies and will lead the effort in developing Dignity Health’s Medicaid population health care management pathways. Dignity Health MSO is dedicated to providing quality managed care administrative and clinical services to medical groups hospitals health plans and employers with a business objective to excel in coordinating patient care in a manner that supports containing costs while continually improving quality of care and levels of service. Dignity Health MSO accomplishes this by capitalizing on industry-leading technology and integrated administrative systems powered by local human resources that put patient care first.
Dignity Health MSO offers an outstanding Total Rewards package that integrates competitive pay with a state-of-the-art flexible Health & Welfare benefits package. Our cafeteria-style benefit program gives employees the ability to choose the benefits they want from a variety of options including medical dental and vision plans for the employee and their dependents Health Spending Account (HSA) Life Insurance and Long Term Disability. We also offer a 401k retirement plan with a generous employer-match. Other benefits include Paid Time Off and Sick Leave.
Responsibilities
*This position is remote, however, will be expected to work PST business hours.
Position Summary:
The Contract Specialist II will be responsible for the development, negotiation, and management of contracts within the Population Health Services Organization (PHSO). This role requires a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulations, contract law, and the ability to manage complex contract processes. The Contract Specialist II will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure that all contracts are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
Responsibilities may include:
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including service agreements, provider contracts, vendor agreements, and other related documents, ensuring that information is readily available for reference by Dignity Health MSO staff by all appropriate means, including hardcopy and electronic.
- Negotiates provider contract language and contract rates.
- Collaborates with legal, finance, and compliance teams to mitigate risk and ensure favorable terms.
- Monitor contract performance, compliance, and renewal dates to ensure timely actions are accurately taken.
- Maintains a comprehensive contract management system, ensuring all contracts are accurately recorded, tracked, and updated.
- Serve as a point of contact for external partners and vendors regarding contract-related matters.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- 6+ years experience working in a high level administrative support position. 2+ years working in a medical group, health plan, hospital or other related healthcare organization.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Law, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Stark Law, and Anti-Kickback Statute.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 8+ years experience working in a high level administrative support position preferred. 4+ years working in a medical group, health plan, hospital or other related healthcare organization preferred.
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Law, or related field preferred.
- Proven track record of successful contract negotiation and administration preferred.
#LI-DH
Pay Range
$34.50 - $44.30 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Source : Dignity Health
