Associate Manager, Payor Strategy – Contracting

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Assist with payor contracting functions, which includes reviewing, editing, and facilitating negotiations for agreements with both commercial and government payors.

• Oversee and track a portfolio of payor contracts to ensure effective performance, accurate implementation, and alignment with the organization’s objectives.

• Evaluate claims payments, reimbursement patterns, and operational challenges to pinpoint risks and aid in resolution initiatives.

• Act as a primary point of contact among physician practices, revenue cycle teams, legal, analytics, and other internal stakeholders regarding contracting and payor issues.

• Perform market and legislative research while utilizing strong analytical, communication, and organizational abilities to bolster contracting strategy and decision-making.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or a higher qualification in healthcare administration, business, or a related field is preferred.

• Proven experience in healthcare operations, payor contracting, contract management, project oversight, or process enhancement.

• Exceptional leadership, analytical, communication, and process improvement capabilities; familiarity with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and collaboration tools.

• Capacity to spearhead cross-functional projects, handle competing priorities, evaluate performance metrics, and uphold confidentiality in a dynamic environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive benefits package – Eligibility begins the month following hire, with various tiered options available.

• Opportunities for compensation reviews and career advancement.

• Flexible remote work schedules.

• Generous PTO plans and paid holidays.