Provider Contracting Manager manages the activities of the contracting staff that prepare and maintain contracts and the contracts database system for a health plan network. Responsible for negotiating with facilities joining the health network and setting rates. Being a Provider Contracting Manager oversees network reporting requirements to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, and to produce accurate and relevant reporting of data. Trains and develops staff. Additionally, Provider Contracting Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Provider Contracting Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Provider Contracting Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Responsibilities
- Determine and define project scope and objectives.
-Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner.
-Prepare budget based on scope of work and resource requirements.
-Track project costs in order to meet budgets
-Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan.
-Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments and progress.
-Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
-Utilize industry best practices, techniques and standards throughout entire project execution.
-Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement.
Qualifications
-5-8 years of project management and related experience
-Proven ability to solve problems creatively
-Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
-Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle
-Excellent analytic skills, verbal, and written communication skills
-Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful
-Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budgets, and timelines
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person