Provider Contracting Executive

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first
 The Provider Contracting Executive initiates, negotiates, and executes physician, hospital, and/or other provider contracts and agreements. The Provider Contracting Executive works on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial.

The Provider Contracting Executive negotiates contract terms, payment structures, and reimbursement rates with providers. Establishes and maintains relationships with various provider types. Analyzes financial impact of contracts and terms. Maintains contracts and documentation within a tracking system. May assist with identifying and recruiting providers based on network composition and needs. Advises executives to develop functional strategies (often segment specific) on matters of significance. Exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks and works under minimal supervision. Uses independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors and determining the best course of action.

Use your skills to make an impact
 

Required Qualifications

• 5 or more years of progressive network management experience including hospital contracting and network administration in a healthcare company
• 2 or more years of project leadership experience
• Experience leading complex provider contract negotiations
• Extensive provider contracting skills, including contract preparation and implementation, financial analysis and rate proposal development
• Experience with Medicare and/or Medicaid contracts
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience presenting to varied audiences
• Must be located within the State of Georgia

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience with ACO/Risk Contracting
• Experience with Value Based Contracting

Additional Information

This role is considered "remote/work at home", however, preference will be given to candidates located within the Atlanta region. Local candidates will be required to travel into Humana's Atlanta (Riverwood) office for bi-weekly team meetings and for occasional events.

Work at Home Information

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:

• At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.
• Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.
• Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
• Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
• Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

 

$94,900 - $130,500 per year

 

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

About Us
 Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

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