Manager, Contracting

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Are you passionate about making healthcare accessible for your community? Northside Hospital, a leader in providing exceptional patient care, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager, Contracting to join our Managed Care team. In this pivotal role, you'll be at the forefront of negotiating and managing contracts with payors, ensuring we deliver the best possible healthcare value to our patients.

Your Impact:

At Northside, we understand that quality healthcare should be within reach for everyone. As our Manager, Contracting, you'll play a crucial role in:

• Securing Access to Care: Negotiating and implementing managed care agreements that prioritize patient access and high quality care
• Optimizing Contract Performance: Analyzing payor data to identify opportunities for financial and operational improvements
• Building Strong Partnerships: Serving as a key liaison between Northside and payors, fostering collaborative relationships that benefit our patients
• Ensuring Operational Excellence: Streamlining contract processes and collaborating with internal departments to ensure seamless patient care and revenue cycle efficiency
• Empowering Physicians: Providing support and resources to physician offices, helping them navigate insurance complexities and expand patient access

What You'll Do:

• Manage hospital/payor negotiations, focusing on contractual relationships for all Northside entities
• Manage hospital/payor negotiations for participation in Value Base Care programs
• Analyze payor performance data
• Review and interpret contract language to mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Serve as a key contact for internal departments, ensuring efficient information dissemination
• Prepare and analyze data to capitalize on emerging services and cost trends

Why Northside?

• Commitment to Patient Care: Be part of an organization dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare
• Impactful Work: Directly contribute to improving patient access and affordability
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and development
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated healthcare professionals
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package

Join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of our patients!

Apply Today!

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree is required for Manager level
• Strong understanding of hospital reimbursement methodologies and managed care principles.
• Experience with contract modeling software.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in managed care or hospital finance.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in computer spreadsheet programs and project management.