Director, Payor Relations & Contract Strategy

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth seeks a Director of Payor Relations to oversee relationships with managed care organizations. The role involves securing and managing contract negotiations and addressing contract-related issues, requiring 10+ years of relevant operational experience.

The ideal candidate will foster effective communication and possess superior problem-solving and presentation skills. A bachelor's degree is preferred. Join us for an impactful role dedicated to pediatric health care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of operational experience in a managed care setting.
• Extensive experience in contract negotiation and payor relations.
• Superior knowledge of medical terminology.
• Detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of problem-solving and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with managed care organizations.
• Secure, manage, and renegotiate health care service contracts.
• Oversee contract implementation and validation.
• Address contract-related claims issues.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Payor relations

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth seeks a Director of Payor Relations to oversee relationships with managed care organizations. The role involves securing and managing contract negotiations and addressing contract-related issues, requiring 10+ years of relevant operational experience.

The ideal candidate will foster effective communication and possess superior problem-solving and presentation skills. A bachelor's degree is preferred. Join us for an impactful role dedicated to pediatric health care.