Sr. Provider Contract Manager

altamed; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid CME Days

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services Corp. seeks a Provider Contracting Lead responsible for developing and managing a compliant provider network. You will negotiate complex contracts with PCPs, specialists, and hospitals, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and organizational goals.

The role expands the network, supports managed care growth, and contributes to financial performance. Mentoring junior staff and strengthening provider relationships are key aspects of this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 4 years of relevant experience or 5+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, or Commercial provider networks required.
• Proficiency with contract lifecycle management systems and provider databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a high-performing, compliant provider network.
• Negotiate, execute, and maintain complex contracts with PCP, specialists, and hospitals.
• Mentor staff and drive partnerships while collaborating with existing providers.

Skills

Provider contracting

Contract interpretation

Negotiation

Client relations

Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Contract lifecycle management systems

Provider databases

Job description

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The position plays a key role in developing and managing a high-performing, cost-effective, and compliant provider network. This position is responsible for negotiating, executing, maintaining contracts and relationships, and overseeing complex contracts (i.e., Primary Care Physician (PCP), specialist, ancillary providers, hospitals), ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and organizational objectives.

Leads initiatives to expand the provider network, supports strategic growth in managed care, and contributes to financial performance goals. This role also involves mentoring junior staff, enhancing provider relationships, and driving efforts to secure new partnerships while maintaining strong collaboration with existing providers and clients.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 4 years of relevant experience (i.e., provider contracting, contract interpretation, negotiation, client relations) or 5+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, or Commercial provider networks required.
• Proficiency with contract lifecycle management systems and provider databases required.
• Knowledge of provider reimbursement methodologies (e.g., fee-for-service, capitation, value-based models) required.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulatory requirements (e.g., CMS, DHCS, DMHC, NCQA) related to provider networks is required.
• Experience with reviewing and negotiating contract language to ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements is required.
• Healthcare experience in managed care, or with a physician group, clinical-based organization, and/or in a hospital/facility setting preferred.

Compensation

$88,641.28 - $110,801.60 annually

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.