I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Functions as a primary technical resource, facilitator and leader in identifying priorities, compiling and analyzing complex data, developing complementary programs, and facilitating implementation and management.
- Works with cross-functional peers and system management to develop policies and procedures.
- Serves as team lead on system-wide projects, including delegating work to department staff.
- Participates in planning and conducting of professional development and training modules.
- Participates in orientation and training of staff. Inputs into competency evaluations and performance appraisals in accordance with all policies of QHS.
- Conducts and leads extensive research activities on all applicable laws and regulations for commercial and government contracts.
- Administers and coordinates functions and activities related to service, consultant, independent contractor, provider, and physician contracts for all entities of QHS based on area of assignment.
- Negotiates terms and conditions for contracts that deviate from organizational standards.
- Serves as a liaison to ensure the contracting lifecycle is managed in an appropriate and timely manner.
Assignment to Contract Services:
- Negotiates purchased services contracts with third party vendors, including seeking system-wide discounts, bundling, reduced pricing and other terms important to QHS.
Assignment to Physician Services:
- Negotiates contracts directly with physician or physician group and leads negotiation discussions with service line management.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Essential: finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, and speaking.
- Continuous: sitting, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods.
- Frequent: walking.
- Occasional: standing, stooping/bending, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, lifting and carrying usual weight of 1 pound up to 5 pounds, reaching above, at and below shoulder level, frequent gripping of an object.
- Operates computer, calculator, telephone, fax, and printer.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
- Exposure to hazardous chemicals and infectious agents is an occupational risk; therefore, standard safety regulations must be maintained to avoid contamination.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, law or related field; four (4) years progressively responsible experience in legal support or contract administration, preferably in healthcare may substitute for educational requirement.
- Master’s degree highly desirable.
B. EXPERIENCE:
- In addition to education requirement, five (5) years of experience in contract coordination and administration, including drafting, reviewing, and/or negotiating contracts, preferably in healthcare, or the equivalent thereof.
- Two (2) years in a lead and/or supervisory role.
- Experience to demonstrate the following:
o Knowledge of fundamental financial and accounting principles.
o Knowledge of fundamental contract negotiations.
o Basic knowledge of health care delivery systems and physician contracting.
o Prior experience demonstrating ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations.
o Ability to work independently and effectively with internal and external personnel at various levels, including executive leadership.
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Juris doctorate may be substituted for education and experience requirements.
