Contract Specialist

gundersenhealth; La Crosse (WI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Pet insurance

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

DEI initiatives

Verizon discount

Job summary

Emplify Health in La Crosse, Wisconsin, seeks a Contract Specialist to manage contracting activities, including development, review, and renewal of agreements. The role focuses on compliance, risk management, and cross-department collaboration to support operational delivery.

Requires 2–4 years in managed care or related field and a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or health-related field. Hybrid work arrangement with on-site in La Crosse.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Legal or Finance or Healthcare Administration or a health related field.
• 2-4 years experience in managed care, business, legal studies, health or related field.
• 6 months experience in a contract management environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and analyze contracts to assess financial and administrative impact, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
• Review, negotiate, and implement contracts, including audit participation, reporting, and cross-departmental problem-solving.
• Lead and train team members in contract data entry processes; collaborate with IS to develop reports and workflows.
• Monitor contract performance using software tools and internal feedback to ensure service quality.
• Support senior leadership in creating and maintaining service contracts for Emplify Health.
• Manage contract renewals and resolve issues, ensuring timely, compliant, and effective agreements.
• Streamline contracting processes and facilitate communication across departments to ensure proper implementation.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Legal or Finance or Healthcare Administration or a health related field

Job description

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Position

Contract Specialist

Department

Contract Services

Reports to

Manager, Contracts

Location

Hybrid with 2 days on-site per week. On-site location is La Crosse.

Position Summary

The Contract Specialist is responsible for providing a broad range of contracting and related services for Emplify Health. This position is responsible for managing the preparation, compliance, development, review, maintenance and changes of contractual arrangements, to include all agreements referred to the department. Collects internal data and information to analyze, evaluate and facilitate administrative follow-up to the performance, operational, and delivery aspects of contracts. Participates in the negotiation process to close business, while managing exposure to risks inherent with all contract documents as requested by next-level leader.

Major Responsibilities

• Coordinate and analyze contracts to assess financial and administrative impact, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
• Review, negotiate, and implement contracts, including audit participation, reporting, and cross-departmental problem-solving.
• Lead and train team members in contract data entry processes; collaborate with IS to develop reports and workflows.
• Monitor contract performance using software tools and internal feedback to ensure service quality.
• Support senior leadership in creating and maintaining service contracts for Emplify Health.
• Manage contract renewals and resolve issues, ensuring timely, compliant, and effective agreements.
• Streamline contracting processes and facilitate communication across departments to ensure proper implementation.

Education and Learning

Required : Bachelor's degree in Business or Legal or Finance or Healthcare Administration or a health related field

Work Experience

Required : 2-4 years experience in managed care, business, legal studies, health or related field

Desired

6 months experience in a contract management environment.

Why Emplify Health?

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and pet insurance plus generous retirement contributions
• Work-life balance with 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, ample PTO, and paid holidays
• Wellness perks including a Zen Room with massage chairs, corporate gym, yoga classes, and local gym discounts
• Professional development through our Tuition Invest Program, internal courses, and Career Development Center
• A diverse, inclusive culture with dedicated DEI initiatives and celebration programs
• Additional perks like an 18% Verizon data plan discount and 20% off Gundersen services not covered by insurance.

I f you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [e-mail] or call 608-775-0267.

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