This position is responsible for provider recruitment and contracting of facilities (large independent hospital systems, integrated & non-integrated systems, value-based contracting, etc.).
Develop and negotiate hospital contracts.
Develop and maintain relationships with hospitals.
Ensure strategic coverage for assigned territory.
Responsible for education of providers and for ongoing provider service.
Provide subject matter expertise to improve efficiency and results.

Bachelor Degree and 4 years provider contracting experience OR Master degree and 3 years contracting experience OR 8 years business experience including 4 years provider contracting experience.
Contracting experience involves negotiating reimbursements, financial arrangements and rates.
Extensive knowledge of provider and facility contracting, products, and claims/processing systems.
Negotiation skills.
Relationship building skills.
Knowledge of marketplace.
Meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
Verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of corporate personnel and providers.
PC proficiency to include Microsoft Office.
Analytical skills and business acumen to analyze financial data to determine financial impact of negotiations.
Ability and willingness to travel within assigned areas of responsibility, including overnight stays.

Principal Network Management Consultant

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