Contracts Analyst (Healthcare)

BruntWork; Philippines; Remote; PHP 661,000 - 992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent WFH

Immediate hiring

Freelance stability

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Annual raises

Attendance incentives

Health insurance

Loan assistance

Job summary

BruntWork is seeking a Contracting Assistant for remote work from the Philippines to support payer contracting for US clients. The role involves negotiations, process setup for each client, and timely contract renewals.

You will communicate clearly, stay organized, and work with a focus on accuracy and client satisfaction. The position is an Independent Contractor with a flexible schedule aligned to New York time, offering remote work, benefits, and performance-based incentives.

Qualifications

• Two-year college degree completed.
• Two years US-based medical billing or related experience, preferably Behavioral Health.

Responsibilities

• Assist in payer contract setup, price negotiations and timely completion.
• Develop professional relationships with payers and clients.
• Monitor open contracts due for follow-up and renewals.
• Handle internal and payer contracting matters with accuracy.
• Communicate contract changes and industry trends clearly.

Skills

Detail oriented

Time management

Communication

Reading comprehension

Education

Two-year college degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Internet navigation

Job description

Job Highlights

• Contract type: Independent Contractor
• Night Shift Schedule: Monday to Thursday - 8:45am to 5pm New York Time (8:45pm - 5am Manila Time)
• Friday - 8:45am to 3:45pm New York Time (8:45pm - 3:45am Manila Time)

The Contracting Assistant assists the Account Manager in basic payer contracting, negotiations, and contracting related inquiries. Together, they guide our clients through the payer contracting process by providing expertise in payer contract terms, fees, negotiations, and implementation to achieve the highest reimbursement fees possible. Just as important is the timely renewal of contracts if applicable, effective communication of contracting changes, staying on top of payer contracting trends, and achieving a high level of client satisfaction with contracting services. The person who serves in this role is organized, efficient, a good communicator, and meticulous with client follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Learn and incorporate in all work and communications the principles and requirements of the company's Values, Uniques, Email Etiquette, and other cultural standards designed to provide a friendly, productive work environment, and provide services to clients that are noticeably better than any other.
• Assist partner in setting up a process for payer contracts for each assigned client, including price negotiations, and ensuring the process is followed thoroughly and in a timely manner that results in speedy contract completion.
• Learn thoroughly about and develop professional, effective relationships with the payers with whom the client is contracting.
• Stay on top of all open contracts that are due for follow up.
• Stay on top of all completed contracts that require renewal or verification of payer's current rates.
• Tackle any open contracts that are spinning and elevate if needed.
• Address initial negotiation requests for open contracts.
• Handle all payer relations for contracting matters.
• Handle all internal contracting matters.

Knowledge / skills / abilities

• Detail orientated with above-average organizational skills
• Able to plan and prioritize to meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Communicates clearly and effectively
• Excellent reading comprehension
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word
• Thorough understanding of navigating the internet

Core Values

1. Respectful of our unique cultural environment
2. Absolute confidentiality
3. Embracing teamwork
4. Loyal behavior and positive attitude
5. Accountability
6. Pro activeness
7. Thoroughness
8. Focused on results
9. Inspired to learn and grow constantly
10. Devoted to providing top-tier services to our clients through the company's "Unique Service Oriented Philosophies"

Requirements

• 2-year college degree
• Two years experience in US-based medical billing practice or two years experience in a medical practice dealing with billing including but not limited to provider credentialing, authorizations, reimbursement, etc. preferably at least partially in Behavioral Health

Benefits Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Steady freelance job
• Profit sharing incentive
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Annual Performance and Raise Evaluation
• Quarterly Perfect Attendance Incentive
• HMO
• BruntWork Loan Assistance

Please note that since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process. Originally posted on Himalayas