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<p>The department of Supply Chain has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Manager, Contract Administration to work at UHealth(Hybrid). The Manager, Contract Administration manages the business development for health plan operations. The individual maximizes revenue for all managed care payers, negotiates settlements, and manages ongoing relationships with payers contracted. Moreover, the incumbent ensures that payers adhere to state insurance laws, policies, and regulations while supervising the implementation of new payer agreements. The Manager, Contract Administration also assists with the administration of all payer documents to ensure all documents are accurately completed and catalogued. Supports the department by providing external communication to new and current contracted payers. </p>
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<li><p>Draft, analyze and negotiate a broad range of contracts. </p></li>
<li><p>Conduct in-depth analysis of contract requirements, special provisions, and terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and enterprise-wide policies; work with stakeholders to develop a thorough understanding of the business case and financial implications. </p></li>
<li><p>Identify and analyze complex legal, regulatory, and business issues, and provide appropriate advice. </p></li>
<li><p>Advise internal clients across the enterprise in a clear and concise manner that effectively conveys contractual risk assessment. </p></li>
<li><p>Engage internal clients and external parties to negotiate contract terms that are favorable to UM. </p></li>
<li><p>Ensure contracts comply with state, federal, and (where applicable) international laws and regulations, as well as with UM’s policies and procedures. </p></li>
<li><p>Cultivate and maintain strong, trusted relationships with other operational units and executive leadership throughout the enterprise. </p></li>
<li><p>Work with a significant degree of independence and minimal supervision on day-to-day contracting matters. </p></li>
<li><p>Ensure approval and execution of contracts in accordance with UM policies and contracting procedures. </p></li>
<li><p>Keep abreast of new legal and regulatory developments that affect or may affect UM, including new data privacy regulations. </p></li>
<li><p>Develop, maintain, and revise contract templates and contracting guidelines to ensure uniform general contract terms and conditions are used. </p></li>
<li><p>Review, update and maintain contract documentation in accordance with UM policies. </p></li>
<li><p>Conduct training sessions for procurement team staff to ensure work product across teams complies with UM’s contracting policies and procedures. </p></li>
<li><p>Apply creativity in resolving contract issues in a timely manner. Analyze and suggest improvements in business processes. </p></li>
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<p><b><i>This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. </i></b></p>
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<p><b>Minimum Qualifications </b></p>
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<li><p>Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school preferred. </p></li>
<li><p>Minimum 3 years relevant experience </p></li>
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<p><b>Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: </b></p>
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<li><p>Keen attention to detail and strong analytical and reasoning skills </p></li>
<li><p>Superior communication skills, including excellent professional written and verbal English skills and ability to interface effectively with key stakeholders, including executives, physicians and others </p></li>
<li><p>Ability to multi-task and work effectively and efficiently to meet deadlines on a time-sensitive basis </p></li>
<li><p>Ability to independently prioritize and accomplish both day-to-day work and longer-term goals </p></li>
<li><p>Has a positive, problem-solving attitude and flexibility </p></li>
<li><p>Discreet and able to maintain strict confidence concerning sensitive matters and transactions </p></li>
<li><p>Able to work independently with minimal direction; willing to take instruction when given </p></li>
<li><p>Ability to work in a close-knit team environment </p></li>
<li><p>Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Word and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat </p></li>
<li><p>Transactional experience preferred </p></li>
<li><p>Experience in higher ed and/or healthcare preferred </p></li>
<li><p>Experience with data privacy regulations preferred </p></li>
<li><p>Experience working with a contract lifecycle management system preferred </p></li>
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<p><b><i>Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered. </i></b></p>
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<p>The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. </p>
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<p>UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. </p>
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<p>Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment. </p>
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<p>The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information. </p>
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<p><b>Job Status: </b></p>Full time
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<p><b>Employee Type: </b></p>Staff
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<p><b>Pay Grade: </b></p>c108
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