VP CONTRACTING/NETWORK DEVELOPMENT

(Job Id W158184)
Posted on 3/5/2010
Location:

Jackson, MS;


Job Type:

Full Time


Salary: $130000.00 to $180000.00/year
Degree: Bachelor
Job Description
VP Contracting/Network Development

Well- established health plan is part of a growing and quality-oriented organization. We are seeking a forward-thinking professional to establish the departments strategic vision and drive the expansion of the provider network in Indiana. You will work in tandem with the plan President at this location as well as with the corporate contracting team.


Perform duties to coordinate, negotiate and handle activities of the contracting department and aid the Plan President in formulating and administering health plan policies and procedures.

Leadership/Supervision: Manage the work flow of the department and communicate standards. Train and update staff regarding policies and procedures. Respond to staffs inquiries and resolve complex issues. Develop, implement and maintain production and quality standards for the department. Initiate and participate in the hiring of staff, promotions, discharges and transfers. Ensure compliance with all related laws, regulations and executive orders. Plan, direct and implement, through subordinate management and staff, department activities. Review and analyze reports, records and directives, and confer with staff to obtain data required for planning work function activities, such as new projects, status of work in progress, and problems encountered. Assign or delegate responsibilities for specific work or functional activities. Give work directions, resolve problems, prepare schedules and set performance expectations and deadlines to ensure timely completion of work.

Strategic Orientation: In support of the companys strategic plan, establish the departments strategic vision, objectives, and attendant policies and procedures for the organization. Partner with business unit leaders to identify and prioritize needs of the organization. Evaluate current procedures and practices for accomplishing the organization and departments objectives to develop and implement improved procedures and practices and to ensure compliance with all related laws, regulations and executive orders.Coordinate activities of assigned work function and/or department with related activities of other work functions and/or departments to ensure efficiency and economy.

Reporting: Prepare and analyze reports and records on departmental and organizational activities and recommend improvements for management, using computer. Disseminate relevant information for effective decision support by business unit leaders.
Budgeting: Monitor and analyze costs and prepare departmental budget, using computer.
Significant Duties: Participate in, attend and plan/coordinate, staff, departmental, and other activities, meetings, seminars and company social events.


REQUIREMENTS:

Equivalent to four (4) year college education in healthcare administration, business administration, marketing or related field. Advanced degree preferred. Over (4) four years up to and including (10) ten years of provider relations/contracting management experience in a healthcare and/or managed care environment. Experience in managed care, State and/or Federal health programs, and project management.


COMPANY:

One of the countrys premier managed healthcare companies. They provide programs and related services to individuals receiving benefits under Medicaid. Excellent benefits and bonus potential for all employees.