ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Develop and maintain positive, effective relationships with internal and external customers and serve as the contracting liaison between contracted Payors and providers. • Lead contract analysis and negotiations with Payors on behalf of providers including rates, payment methodologies, contract language and value- based payment programs in accordance with internal control processes for contract review, approval and signature. • Lead development of Payor reimbursement analyses that can be routinely updated and maintained as a baseline for strategies to maximize health plan reimbursement and ensure payment integrity. • Research and make recommendations to executive leadership in regard to payor contracting opportunities in new and existing geographic service area. • Ensure compliance in all business and contractual relationships • Identify and communicate trends and/or potential issues to market leadership and HOPCo management team. • Lead development of infrastructure and analysis for strategic projects including rate transparency, payment validation and coordination with Revenue Cycle Management, payor contracting strategy including value based care glidepath. • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The job holder must demonstrate current competencies for job position. EDUCATION • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Mathematics, Finance or Healthcare Administration required. EXPERIENCE • Proven working knowledge of provider financial issues, complex contracting options, financial/contracting arrangements and regulatory requirements. • 7-10 years related experience and comprehensive level of analytic and negotiating skills with successful track record supporting contract negotiations with payors. • Strong communication, critical thinking, problem resolution and interpersonal skills. • Solid understanding of industry dynamics required. REQUIREMENTS • Familiarity with managed care products and services, medical cost trend analysis, including analysis of physician contracts, utilization, and costs. • Must have prior experience working with managed care contracting modeling. • Familiar with a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures in the field of managed care. • Must be able to problem solve and come forward with recommendations. • Must be able to stay on task with minimal supervision. • Excellent critical thinking, troubleshooting, and analytical skills. KNOWLEDGE • Knowledge of payor reimbursement. • Managed care contracting. • Market and industry knowledge. SKILLS • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Strong organizational skills and careful attention to detail. • Advance computer skills. ABILITIES • Ability to analyze problems and interpret information. • Able and to prioritize and reprioritize, as necessary.   • Ability to work independently, and as part of a team. • Ability to multi-task, manages multiple projects, and meets tight deadlines. ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS • Normal office environment or Remote. Some travel within community. PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS • Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment. • Some bending and stretching required. • Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard. ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS • HOPCo Mission, Vision and Values must be acknowledged and adhered to • OSHA Requirements and training to include: *Safety Training This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.