Job Description***Remote and must live in the United States***JOB DESCRIPTIONJob SummaryNegotiates National agreements with highly visible providers including integrated delivery systems, hospitals and physician groups that result in high quality, cost effective and marketable providers.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES - In conjunction with Director/Manager Provider Contracts, negotiates high priority physician group and facility contracts using Preferred, Acceptable, Discouraged, Unacceptable (PADU) guidelines.
- Develops and maintains provider contracts in APTTUS contract management software.
- Targets and recruits additional providers to reduce member access grievances.
- Engages targeted contracted providers in renegotiation of rates and/or language. Assists with cost control strategies that positively impact the Medical Care Ratio (MCR) within each region.
- Maintains contractual relationships with significant/highly visible providers.
- Advises Network Provider Contract Coordinators and Specialists on negotiation of individual provider and routine ancillary contracts.
- Evaluates provider network and implement strategic plans with the goal of meeting Molina's network adequacy standards.
- Assesses contract language for compliance with Corporate standards and regulatory requirements and review revised language with assigned MHI attorney.
- Participates in fee schedule determinations including development of new reimbursement models. Seeks input on new reimbursement models from Corporate Network Management and legal.
- Educates internal customers on provider contracts.
- Participates on the management team and other committees addressing the strategic goals of the department and organization.
JOB QUALIFICATIONSRequired EducationBachelor's Degree in a healthcare related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Experience5-7 years
Preferred EducationGraduate degree
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.