Contract Specialist - Medical

We are looking for a Contract Specialist in Gunderson/La Crosse

If you have any experience working with contracts, then we want to talk. Even if its only 1 year

Duration is 6 months to start. Hourly rate is 35/hr and we pay weekly.

Standard day shift - 8am to 430pm



The Contract Specialist is responsible for providing a broad range of contracting and related services for Gundersen Health System. This
position is responsible for managing the preparation, compliance, development, review, maintenance and changes of contractual arrangements, to include all agreements referred to the department. Collects internal data and information to analyze, evaluate and facilitate administrative follow-up to the performance, operational, and delivery aspects of contracts. Participates in the negotiation process to close business, while managing exposure to risks inherent with all contract documents as requested by next-level leader.

Major Responsibilities:
1.    Coordinates and prepares required documentation and information in order to analyze and evaluate the financial and administrative
impact of arrangements; identifies performance and administrative issues with respect to corporate goals and objectives for the purpose of
achieving peak contract performance.
2.    Conducts review, negotiation, and implementation of contracts referred to the department for completeness and compliance with
corporate policy. Implementation includes participating in audits, reporting per contract requirements and problem solving with other
departments...
3.    Has ownership, trains and leads other department team members in the data entry process for the department database. Works with IS
to create necessary reports, workflows, and answers questions regarding the contracting process.
4.    Monitors the performance of existing and/or future relationships using software programs and feedback from internal customers.
5.    Assists next level leaders, including senior management and directors in creation and maintenance of contracts for services and
bringing services to Gundersen Health System.
6.    Researches, organizes and coordinates resolution regarding contractual issues in a timely manner including overseeing the process of
contract renewal to ensure clean, workable, and appropriate contracts for Gundersen Health System.
7.    Develops and maintains processes to streamline contracting activity and communication of contractual arrangements for Gundersen Health System. This includes coordination with other departments to provide support and ensure contracts are implemented appropriately.


Education and Learning: Bachelor's degree in Business or Legal or Finance or Healthcare Administration or a health related field
REQUIRED

Work Experience: 2-4 years experience in managed care, business, legal studies, health or related field.
DESIRED Work Experience: 6 months experience in a contract management environment.