Remote Payer Contract Negotiator – Behavioral Health

Amatus Health; Toledo (OH); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amatus Health is seeking a Payer Contracting Specialist to remotely lead negotiations and manage payer contracts supporting behavioral health services. You will collaborate with leadership and credentialing to secure favorable terms, and maintain meticulous contract records as the organization grows.

The role emphasizes negotiation on reimbursement rates, fee schedules, and participation terms while building relationships with payer contacts and internal teams; a strong analytical skill set and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Government and Commercial Payor Contracting experience.
• Experience negotiating reimbursement rates, fee schedules, and provider participation.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional work experience.
• Behavioral Health contracting experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract discussions and negotiations with leadership and key stakeholders.
• Negotiate reimbursement rates, fee schedules, participation terms, and contract requirements.
• Develop strong relationships with payer contacts, leadership, and the credentialing team.
• Maintain consistent follow-up throughout the contracting process to drive agreements towards completion.
• Track contracting activity, renewals, outstanding terms, negotiations, and follow-ups.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contract records.
• Support the organization's growth by identifying opportunities and closing agreements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Amatus Health is seeking a Payer Contracting Specialist to remotely lead negotiations and manage payer contracts supporting behavioral health services. You will collaborate with leadership and credentialing to secure favorable terms, and maintain meticulous contract records as the organization grows.

The role emphasizes negotiation on reimbursement rates, fee schedules, and participation terms while building relationships with payer contacts and internal teams; a strong analytical skill set and