Contract Administrator at UnityPoint Health

United States

Overview We are seeking a Contract Administrator to join our team! This role serves as an integral member of the compliance team. Key responsibilities include reviewing, revising, and drafting of provider contracts utilizing approved templates. The Contract Administrator analyzes proposed contract terms, aligns operational requests, drafts and/or revises contracts and routes contracts for approval. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Location: Remote - applicants preferably reside within the UPH footprint of Iowa, Illinois, or Wisconsin Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Project Management: Drafts contracts based on operational requests. In doing so, identify required contract terms to incorporate and any potential non-compliance. Analyzes proposed compensation to assess fair market value impact. Compile supporting documentation from various departments in the preparation of contract execution. Ensure contracts contain all required information in accordance with UPH Policies and Procedures. Perform cursory legal and business review of documents. Ensure final legal review of documents with UnityPoint Health Law Department and other appropriate individuals. Review agreements and contracts for compliance with contractual terms and regulatory compliance. Prepare and present to the Affiliate Management Team review of contractual issues and other related documents. Ensure that comparable compensation data and certifications are completed for all contracts, as applicable. Complete review of all contracts required for integration or acquisition. Assess contract gaps and necessary terms to reconcile prior to completing new contract. Identify any companion contracts (e.g., lease agreement, consent memo, etc.) to execute operational leadership’s intent with the contract relationship. Collaborate with the Provider Compensation Team to determine contractual language for applicable compensation plan. Meet routinely with regional Director and/or VP to discuss contract needs and coordinate integration, acquisition, and/or employment efforts. Department Excellence: Participate in establishing and preparing team goals, standards, procedures, and instructions, which contribute to the effectiveness of the team in accordance with organizational goals Is knowledgeable of what is happening in team and the organization by attending team meetings, reading emails and regularly checking information on the organization’s intranet site. Maintain an efficient and effective confidential filing system for contract-related correspondence. Maintain the electronic contract compliance database. Responsible for completeness and accuracy of the database, ensuring all contracts are scanned, evaluated, and abstracted for pertinent data elements to permit data mining and reporting. Serve as local administrator of database and provide training to other internal users as needed. Monitor database and work with the responsible parties in advance of contract expiration dates for timely notice provisions and to assure all updates are included in the current version. Establish effective mechanisms of communication with staff and the management team to foster an environment of openness, trust, teamwork and staff development. Qualifications Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, health administration or related field, or equivalent work experience required. Preferred: Master’s degree in law, health administration or related field preferred. Paralegal and/or contract experience and education. Experience: Minimum of three (3) years direct experience working with legal agreements and contracts. Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of general legal terminology and legal principles. Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements and legal terminology. Strong computer skills and advanced experience with Microsoft Office Products. Ability to quickly learn to use and manage on-line applications. Exceptional ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, in English. Proficient in proper grammar, spelling and punctuation. Ability to travel within and outside of the state as required. Ability to work evenings & weekends, when necessary. Ability to work as a team member, creating and maintaining effective working relationships. General knowledge of health care business functions.