Corporate Contract Administrator

About the role

The Corporate Contract Administrator manages and negotiates out-of-network single case agreements to support access and reimbursement for non-contracted patient care. This position ensures agreements are executed in a timely, accurate manner and in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders as well as working on making the turn around time to treating patients quicker with the use of Letters of Agreements and becoming par providers.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and secure SCAs with commercial, Medicaid, and out-of-state payors in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring agreements support both patient access and financial sustainability.
• Negotiate and secure LOAs and payer agreements in a timely and accurate manner to prevent delays in patient access and revenue recognition.
• Assist with facility credentialing needs such as application, follow-up, and finalization.
• Proactively work to increase LOA volume and streamline approval turnaround times.
• Track agreement lifecycles to prevent funding gaps and ensure continuity of coverage.
• Assist Director in developing strategies to bring additional payers or programs in-network.
• Provide support during payer negotiations, including gathering data, benchmarking rates, and preparing contract documentation.
• Partner with CEOs, clinical leadership, Utilization Review, and Finance to align service scope, reimbursement terms, and prior authorization requirements.
• Maintain proactive communication with payer case managers and contracting representatives to expedite agreements and resolve issues pre- and post-admission.
• Maintain accurate records of all agreements, negotiations, and outcomes to support transparency, audit readiness, and leadership oversight.
• Ensure compliance with credentialing and payer requirements to guarantee enforceable agreements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders—including CEOs, clinical leadership, Utilization Review, and Finance—to align service scope, reimbursement rates, and authorization requirements.
• Support departmental initiatives and projects assigned by the Director of Network Management.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field is preferred. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in healthcare contracting, payer relations, or revenue cycle operations, with prior experience negotiating SCAs or managing out-of-network payor arrangements preferred.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for payer and internal collaboration.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, payer portals, and EMR systems.

Work Environment

Regular use of computer, phone, and office equipment is required. Specific vision requirements for screen-based work and minimal lifting are also required. Regular attendance and punctuality are expected.