Contract Coordinator
About the role
The Contract Coordinator is accountable to maintain and strengthen WPS provider networks by managing existing provider contracts and prospecting and proposing new contracts based on adequacy needs and financial considerations. The role serves as a liaison between WPS and the provider community.
WPS, a health solutions company, is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. WPS offers health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors and group health plans for small to large businesses. We process claims and provide customer support for beneficiaries of the Medicare program and manage benefits for millions of active-duty and retired military personnel across the U.S. and abroad. WPS has been making healthcare easier for the people we serve for nearly 80 years. Proud to be military and veteran ready.
WPS’ culture is where the great work and innovations of our people are seen, fueled and rewarded. We accomplish this by creating an open and empowering employee experience. We recognize the benefits of employee engagement as an investment in our workforce—both current and future—to effectively seek, leverage, and include differing and unique perspectives that fuel agility and innovation on high-performing teams. This results in people bringing their authentic selves to work every day in an organization that successfully adapts to business changes and new opportunities. We are proud of the recognition we have received from local and national organization regarding our culture and workplace: WPS Newsroom - Awards and Recognition.
Responsibilities
- Manage existing provider contracts
- Prospect and propose new contracts based on adequacy needs and financial considerations
- Serve as liaison between WPS and the provider community
Requirements
- Associate degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration, or related field OR equivalent post high school education and/or work-related experience
- Two (2) or more years of customer service experience related to the health insurance industry, including provider contracting, provider relations, or healthcare administration
- High speed cable or fiber internet; minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream (can be checked at speedtest.net); please review Remote Worker FAQs for additional information
Skills
- Strong analytical skills with ability to prepare and interpret reports (e.g., network analysis, RFP support)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills with proven attention to detail
Benefits
- Remote work options available in approved states: Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois