Payer Contracting Director — Value-Based Care Lead

Samaritan Health Services; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Health Services seeks a strategic, relationship-driven Payer Contracting Director to lead contracting initiatives and optimize performance across our health system. You will collaborate with clinical and operational teams to develop innovative payment solutions and advance value-based care strategies, serving as a key liaison with payors.

Onsite presence in Corvallis, OR as needed. This executive role requires a business or healthcare background, 4+ years in a similar role, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or healthcare required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Four years of senior-level contracting experience required.
• Experience with managed care systems and contract terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead payer contracting initiatives to support value-based care strategies.
• Serve as liaison between Samaritan Health Services and health plans.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational teams to develop innovative payment solutions.
• Optimize contract performance and ensure compliance across contracts.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Communication & team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or healthcare

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Samaritan Health Services seeks a strategic, relationship-driven Payer Contracting Director to lead contracting initiatives and optimize performance across our health system. You will collaborate with clinical and operational teams to develop innovative payment solutions and advance value-based care strategies, serving as a key liaison with payors.

Onsite presence in Corvallis, OR as needed. This executive role requires a business or healthcare background, 4+ years in a similar role, and