Provider Contracting Executive: Strategic Network

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health seeks a skilled professional to negotiate provider contracts, analyze reimbursements, and maintain fee schedules within the Health Plans Department. This role focuses on contract execution and cross‑department coordination without direct patient care.

The ideal candidate will bring a bachelor's degree and at least three years of healthcare or health insurance experience, with strong communication and analytical abilities to navigate complex contractual relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Health Care Administration, Accounting, Nursing, or equivalency.
• Three years of health care industry or health insurance industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with providers as liaison between UUHP and providers.
• Negotiate letters of agreement and invoice settlements with providers.
• Ensure contracts are drafted and executed.
• Coordinate with departments to communicate contract terms.
• Assist with escalated billing and policy issues.
• Conduct reimbursement analysis to determine financial impact.
• Analyze potential network providers for business compatibility.
• Audit negotiated reimbursement terms with claims and compliance systems.
• Stay updated on contractual provisions and government regulations.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Time management

Healthcare billing principles

Analytical thinking

Tech literacy (MS Office, email)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Job description

University of Utah Health seeks a skilled professional to negotiate provider contracts, analyze reimbursements, and maintain fee schedules within the Health Plans Department. This role focuses on contract execution and cross‑department coordination without direct patient care.

The ideal candidate will bring a bachelor's degree and at least three years of healthcare or health insurance experience, with strong communication and analytical abilities to navigate complex contractual relationships.