Manager – Managed Care Contracting

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

📋 Description

• Execute Mercy's managed care strategy.

• Cultivate and oversee relationships with health plans as well as internal and external stakeholders.

• Oversee commercial, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid Managed Care, and various third-party managed care contracts.

• Handle payer relation activities.

• Ensure effective communication to both internal and external parties regarding programs, services, and pertinent information.

• Carry out responsibilities in alignment with Mercy's mission, values, and Service Standards.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in Managed Care is essential.

• Experience in contracting is preferred.

• Background in healthcare finance or revenue cycle is advantageous and may be trainable for the right candidate, even without a Managed Care or Provider Relations background.

• Strong financial acumen is necessary.

• Demonstrated analytical ability and efficiency.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and sound judgment.

• Ability to make effective and timely decisions.

• Well-honed oral and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of health care delivery systems and the local/national health care landscape.

• Strong industry connections and comprehension of hospital-physician dynamics.

• Capability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency in managing multiple complex tasks at once.

• Ability to complete projects punctually and meet deadlines.

• Quick learner with an understanding of Mercy services and market opportunities.

• High ethical standards are required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Tuition support.

• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

• Fully remote work.