[Hiring] Contracts Management Specialist @Banner Health

Role Description

This position administers contracts for the organization. This position participates in the development and implementation of contract management tools and processes to assist in achieving the organization’s contracting objectives and strategies.

• Conducts initial review of proposed contract language.
• Reviews and revises proposed contracts, ensuring compliance with company policy/guidelines and legal requirements.
• Assesses business terms to ensure the contract supports the company/business unit goals.
• Works directly with vendors/payer to negotiate and resolve contract issues, preparing contract documents for approval and execution by appropriate company leader.
• Drafts and reviews contracts or other related documents for execution by appropriate company leader.
• Verifies intent of proposed contract with internal and external customers (including company and vendor/payer legal counsel).
• Serves as a resource for internal and external clients to interpret contract language and resolves contract issues.
• Conducts analyses and compiles data for review of strategic contract terms for management review and decision making.
• Participates in contract monitoring and support tools (matrices), by reviewing and interpreting contracts.
• Maintains contract and correspondence file systems, key activity dates report, and contract workflow log.
• May participate in major projects as needed.
• Works independently, reviewing, writing and revising contract language.
• Internally interfaces with all levels of company management.
• Externally interfaces with vendors or other payers.

Qualifications

• Experience consistent with a Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare or related field required.
• Three plus years of legal experience preferably relating to contract drafting, preparation and analysis.
• Demonstrated skill in problem analysis and resolution; contract management; oral and written communication.
• Highly developed interpersonal and listening skills.
• Ability to function independently and demonstrate flexibility in multiple project management.
• Strong computer and database skills.
• Assignments in managed care require strong contract writing skills as well as patient financial claims systems knowledge.

Requirements

• Certified Paralegal certification is preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Benefits

• Estimated Pay Range: $29.11 - $48.51 / hour.
• Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency.
• Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Company Description

Great careers are built at Banner Health. There’s more to health care than doctors and nurses. We support all staff members as they find the path that’s right for them. Apply today, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

At Banner Health, you will find a culture driven by innovation and opportunities for growth.

Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader.