Contract Manager

US Physical Therapy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic healthcare provider in Houston is searching for an energetic Contract Manager to handle contracting within outpatient services. The role involves identifying and negotiating key terms of contracts while adhering to guidelines. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, along with 3-5 years of relevant contracting experience, including Managed Care. Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills are essential. Competitive annual salary is $75,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years' contracting experience, including Managed Care and Auto lines of business.
• Prefer experience with payors and outpatient therapy.
• Critical analytical thinking and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and negotiate key terms and reimbursement within contracts.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Manage contracts within closed networks.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/Math or equivalent work experience

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

Credentialing software

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly energetic individual who has a "can do" attitude to join our exciting outpatient healthcare company as a seasoned Contract Manager. Must be adept to regulatory private, federal & state guidelines and have knowledge and understanding of a multi–Tax ID business, The ideal candidate will be able to identify and negotiate key terms and reimbursement within a contract with an understanding of contracting within closed networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/Math preferred or Equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience contracting experience a must. Contracting experience includes Managed Care, WC, Replacements & Auto lines of business.
• Prefer experience & established relationships with payors
• Outpatient Therapy Experience preferred
• Proficient in identifying, summarizing and calculating payment/reimbursement policies
• Advanced MS Excel, MS Access & credentialing software experience a plus
• Effective project management skills
• Critical analytical thinking, problem solving, organization and time management skills with strong attention to details. can multi-task to very unusual levels
• Excellent administrative, analytical, organizational, verbal and written communication and presentation skills are required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

$75,000-$75,000 per year