Contract Specialist | Managed Care

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Contract Administrator to support the management of managed care contracts within the health system. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and maintaining contract documentation to ensure legal and organizational compliance.

You will collaborate with managed care, legal, and finance teams to execute contracts, monitor performance, and address related inquiries. A strong attention to detail and knowledge of regulatory requirements are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field required.
• Advanced managed care experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis
• Master degree may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis

Responsibilities

• Supports the administration and management of managed care contracts
• Assists in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining contract documentation to ensure compliance
• Collaborates with managed care, legal, and finance teams to facilitate contract execution
• Monitors vendor and partner performance in alignment with contract terms
• Tracks contract deliverables and supports negotiation activities
• Addresses contract-related inquiries and helps resolve issues
• Maintains accurate records and supports audit preparation
• Ensures adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements

Skills

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelora0degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Mastera0degree may substitute for required experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract management systems

Job description

Overview

Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule while supporting impactful managed care and healthcare contracting operations.

Work Style: Hybrid (Onsite training for first 2 months, then hybrid schedule)

Location: Gainesville, FL

FTE: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Supports the management and administration of managed care contracts within the health system. Assists in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining contract documentation to ensure compliance with legal and organizational standards. Collaborates with internal teams—including managed care, legal, and finance departments—to facilitate contract execution and monitor vendor and partner performance. Helps track contract deliverables, supports negotiations, and addresses contract-related inquiries. Maintains accurate records and assists with audit preparation to support effective managed care contract management.

Responsibilities

• Supports the administration and management of managed care contracts
• Assists in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining contract documentation to ensure compliance
• Collaborates with managed care, legal, and finance teams to facilitate contract execution
• Monitors vendor and partner performance in alignment with contract terms
• Tracks contract deliverables and supports negotiation activities
• Addresses contract-related inquiries and helps resolve issues
• Maintains accurate records and supports audit preparation
• Ensures adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required
• Advanced managed care experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis
• Master’s degree may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis

Experience

• 3+ years of experience supporting contract administration, preferably in managed care or healthcare settings
• Familiarity with managed care contracts and healthcare regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management systems
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external vendors