Strategic Health Systems Contracting Director

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

PTO and paid holidays

TRS Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center seeks a Director of Health Systems Managed Care Contracting to guide advanced contracting strategies, negotiate terms, and align payor relations with the system's financial and clinical goals.

You will lead staff, coordinate with faculty and administration, and stay current on policy impacts while supporting strategic pricing and reporting for decision makers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, or related field.
• 10 years of experience in contracting and business solutions in healthcare environment; significant managed care contracting and analytic experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract negotiations to meet financial and operational objectives.
• Coordinate with faculty, facilities, and administrative teams on contracting needs.
• Develop and maintain new business opportunities through managed care contracts.
• Stay updated on current healthcare policy and regulations affecting UT Southwestern.
• Oversee analytics and ensure quality control of contracting reports.
• Assist with strategic pricing reviews and inform decisions with leadership.
• Monitor contract performance and liaise with departments and payors.
• Direct analytics staff recruitment, performance management, and training.
• Coordinate interaction with affiliated organizations' contracting staff.
• Develop and implement unit policies and procedures.
• Participate in UT Southwestern committees and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Contracting

Healthcare contracting

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Health Care Administration

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center seeks a Director of Health Systems Managed Care Contracting to guide advanced contracting strategies, negotiate terms, and align payor relations with the system's financial and clinical goals.

You will lead staff, coordinate with faculty and administration, and stay current on policy impacts while supporting strategic pricing and reporting for decision makers.