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Senior Contract Administrator - Managed Care (Payer Contracting)

UTMB Health · Galveston, Texas, US

Senior Contract Administrator - Managed Care (Payer Contracting) - ( 2601353 ) Description EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degre...

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Senior Contract Administrator - Managed Care (Payer Contracting) - ( 2601353 ) Description EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree. - Seven (7) years related experience. - Three (3) or more years of experience negotiating managed care contracts with third party payors. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Health Administration (MHA). Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field may also be considered if they possess substantial experience in managed care contracting and payer negotiations. - Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and strong knowledge of healthcare reimbursement methodologies is highly valued. JOB SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of the Managed Care, Senior Contract Administrator position is leading, developing, and negotiating managed care agreements to ensure favorable reimbursement, alignment with organizational goals, and compliance with federal and state regulations. This role will oversee payer relationships, evaluate financial and operational performance of contracts, and collaborate across departments to support strategic initiatives related to revenue cycle, provider...