Sr. Contract Negotiator
Location: Tucson, AZ - Arizona
Rate: N/A (Permanent)
Company Background:
University Physicians Healthcare is proud to provide exceptional medical care to the diverse and growing population of Tucson, Arizona. UPH has a physician practice with over 70 specialties and a 200-bed hospital.
Located in the beautiful Sonoran desert, Tucson is located two hours south of Phoenix, and is a mid-sized city that combines small town charm with a rich cultural heritage-all with a decidedly southwestern flavor. Arizona’s spectacular climate and unspoiled natural beauty is the perfect backdrop for a wide variety of recreational activities-from mountain biking and snow skiing to fine dining and world class entertainment…Arizona has it all!
Job Description:
As a Sr. Contract Negotiator, you will be responsible for the timely negotiation and renewals of Payor physician, hospital and ancillary facility contracts. You will conduct analysis and strategy development with other top executive team members, clinical practice administrators and hospital directors in order to complete competitive rate contracts.
Candidates will be performing intensive contract negotiations, with a focus on behavioral health services for the practice and for the upcoming Behavioral Health Pavilion that is expected to open in the summer of 2011. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, analyzing and evaluating all contract components. The ideal candidate will have a thorough knowledge of behavioral health contracting and operations. You will be held responsible for championing the hospital and practice plans’ needs and formulating contracts that represent the best value for the organization. As a liaison for the hospital and practice plan, you will establish close knit relationships with external and internal members of the community, therefore immersing yourself in the industry.
Requirements include:
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Health Administration, Finance, Business or a closely related field. A Masters degree is preferred, plus three years of successful contracting and negotiating experience to include hospitals and physician groups. We will consider candidates with an Associates degree plus six years of related experience.
Benefits:
As a member of the growing University Physicians Healthcare family, you will enjoy virtually unlimited career potential and an exceptional benefits package highlighted by:
• A richly rewarding 401(k) with up to 7% company match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO Plan
• Recognized for workplace excellence in 2007, 2009 and 2010
How to Apply:
To learn more about this opportunity, please visit our career website at www.uph.org and apply online.
EOE:
It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information.
