CommonSpirit Health

Physician Contract Specialist Lead

CommonSpirit Health$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 5-8+ years in healthcare contracting or physician relations
  • In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements like Stark and Anti-Kickback laws
  • Proven contract management expertise
  • Strong financial analysis and compensation modeling skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple contracts effectively
  • Proficient in contract management and CRM systems

Responsibilities

  • Manage the entire lifecycle of physician contracts from development to ongoing oversight
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
  • Collaborate effectively with legal, compliance, and finance teams
  • Proactively handle contract renewals, expirations, and terminations
  • Build and nurture trust-based relationships with physician partners
  • Act as a liaison between various departments and physicians

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package
  • Retirement savings plan with employer matching
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Supportive work environment focused on mission-driven healthcare
Full Job Description
Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Physician Contract Specialist Lead, you will strategically manage physician contracts, expanding patient access and supporting our non-profit mission of quality healthcare delivery. This leadership role demands expertise in physician relationship management and regulatory compliance for sustainable partnerships.

 

Every day you will oversee the full lifecycle of contractual agreements with physicians and groups, from development and negotiation to implementation and ongoing management. You'll ensure regulatory compliance and foster collaborative relationships that enhance our health outcomes.

 

To be successful in this role, you will need a strong background in healthcare contract management and negotiation, alongside excellent analytical and communication skills. Your ability to navigate complex agreements and support our mission through impactful physician partnerships is key.

  • Structure contracts in alignment with organizational goals, fair market value (FMV), and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure all arrangements comply with applicable laws and regulations, including Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and IRS guidelines for non-profit entities.
  • Collaborate with legal, compliance, and finance teams to ensure contract integrity and risk mitigation.
  • Proactively manage the lifecycle of contracts including renewals, expirations, terminations, holdovers, etc.
  • Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with physician partners.
  • Serve as the liaison between the FMV team, legal, compliance and the hospital leadership teams and independent physicians within the assigned region.
Job Requirements

Required

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Five (5) to eight (8) + years of experience in healthcare contracting, physician relations, or managed care.
  • Strong understanding of healthcare regulatory requirements (Stark, Anti-Kickback, FMV principles).
  • Proven contract management skills.
  • Financial acumen, including compensation modeling and ROI analysis.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with contract management and CRM systems.

Preferred

  • Experience working with independent physician arrangements.
  • Experience in a non-profit healthcare system.

About CommonSpirit Health

CommonSpirit is a nonprofit health care center. They offer community health programs, research programs, virtual care services, and home health programs that address the root causes of poor health, such as access to care, affordable housing, neighborhoods, and a healthy environment.

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For those starting their career, CommonSpirit Health offers internship programs that provide hands-on experience in the healthcare industry. These internships are designed to develop essential skills and offer insights into various aspects of healthcare operations.

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Employees at CommonSpirit Health enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports both their professional and personal lives. The company is committed to the career growth of its employees, offering numerous opportunities for advancement and professional development.

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