Superior HealthPlan

Contract Negotiator II

HOUSTON, TXPosted 22 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Superior HealthPlan, a part of Centene Corporation.

  • Job overview

    The Contract Negotiator II role at Superior HealthPlan involves recruiting and contracting healthcare providers to expand and maintain the provider network, impacting the health services available to 28 million members.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The job entails recruiting physicians, hospitals, and ancillary providers, leading contract negotiations, ensuring accurate contract documentation, coordinating provider set-up for claims processing, maintaining contract compliance, and traveling locally about 10%.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The salary range is $55,100 to $99,000 per year with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401K, stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements including remote, hybrid, field, or office schedules.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Healthcare Administration, Business, Marketing, or Finance, with at least 2 years of experience in contracting, contract analysis, or provider relations, preferably with familiarity in Medicaid or Medicare programs.

  • Work environment and culture

    Centene values diversity and inclusion, offers a flexible work environment, and is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of personal characteristics or background.

  • Company information

    Superior HealthPlan is part of Centene, a diversified national healthcare organization focused on transforming community health for millions of members.

  • Job location and travel

    The position involves local travel of about 10% and offers flexible work options including remote, hybrid, field, or office work schedules.

  • Unique job features

    The role is distinguished by its impact on a large member base and the flexibility in work arrangements, along with comprehensive benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Company overview

Superior HealthPlan is a managed care organization that provides healthcare solutions to Texas residents through Medicaid, Medicare, and the Health Insurance Marketplace. They generate revenue by partnering with state and federal programs to offer health insurance plans, focusing on cost-effective care and improved health outcomes. Founded in 1999, Superior HealthPlan is a subsidiary of Centene Corporation, a multinational healthcare enterprise, and has grown significantly by expanding its services and network of providers to meet the diverse needs of its members.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your experience in recruiting and contracting with healthcare providers, emphasizing your ability to manage physician, hospital, and ancillary service agreements within regulatory guidelines.

  • Focus on showcasing your skills in contract negotiation, compliance coordination, and provider relations, particularly your familiarity with Medicaid, Medicare, or other state and federal healthcare programs.

  • Apply through multiple platforms such as Superior HealthPlan's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Superior HealthPlan's provider relations or network development teams; use ice breakers like commenting on recent network expansion initiatives or asking about challenges in provider recruitment.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'contract negotiation,' 'provider relations,' 'network participation agreements,' and 'compliance coordination' to ensure it passes automated screenings.

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