Hybrid - Director, Managed Care Contracting

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement match

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Director of Managed Care Contracting to lead contract strategy, negotiate terms, and optimize payer relationships across commercial, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid programs.

This leadership role requires at least 5 years in managed care contracting, a Bachelor's degree, and strong negotiation and analytic skills; a Master’s in health care or business is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 5 years in Managed Care contracting.
• Master’s degree in health care or business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead contracting strategy for commercial, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid programs.
• Negotiate terms and monitor payer relationships to drive profitability.
• Provide expert guidance on managed care contracts and related policies.

Skills

Contracting

Managed Care

Payer relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Director, Managed Care Contract Contracting contributes to Mercy’s growth and profitability by providing contracting expertise to existing and new contractual relationships; and providing subject matter expertise, guidance, and direction regarding Managed Care contracts. This includes coordination of commercial, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid Managed Care and other third‑party managed care contracts and payer relation activities. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and mercy service standards.

Position Details

Must reside in the greater St. Louis, MO region.

Job Description

The Director, Managed Care Contract Contracting contributes to Mercy’s growth and profitability by providing contracting expertise to existing and new contractual relationships; and providing subject matter expertise, guidance, and direction regarding Managed Care contracts. This includes coordination of commercial, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid Managed Care and other third‑party managed care contracts and payer relation activities. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and mercy service standards.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience

Minimum of 5 years previous experience in Managed Care contracting in provider or health plan arena.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in health care or business administration

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.