Contract Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onAtlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States
About the Team
At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. As a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, we operate nearly 600 locations and employ thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands, including Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon, Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care, Heartland Home Health, and Illumia Health. With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized and kindness is celebrated.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
About the Role
As a Contract Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting high-quality, compliant contracting processes that enable efficient healthcare operations. You will negotiate agreements with contracting agencies, payors, and other healthcare partners while ensuring all documents align with our mission of compassionate care.
In this role, you will frequently consult with operations and other departments during the contract preparation process. You will gather and analyze data from branch personnel, regulatory departments, and external sources to support projects, providing input to field management to assess the operational and financial feasibility of agreements. Your work will involve developing original contracts, letters, and other documents to support business objectives, while ensuring accurate and timely entry of information into the department database.
You will interact with internal customers and other departments, including Risk Management, Clinical Services, Law, and Regulatory, with a high level of professionalism and responsiveness. This is a safety-sensitive position where you will participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
Hiring Process
Apply today to join our team and help support the vital work of our healthcare operations.
Equal Opportunity
We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace. Where applicable, employees must meet state-specific requirements to be eligible for benefits.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States
Atlanta, Georgia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePrepare, review, and negotiate agreements with contracting agencies, payors, and healthcare partners
- check_circleDevelop original contracts, letters, and other documents to support business objectives
- check_circleConsult with operations and other departments during the contract preparation process
- check_circleGather and analyze data from branch personnel and regulatory departments to support projects
- check_circleProvide input to field management to assess operational and financial feasibility of agreements
- check_circleEnsure accurate and timely entry of information into the department database
- check_circleInteract with internal customers and departments such as Risk Management, Clinical Services, and Law
Requirements
- verifiedMinimum 2 years of experience drafting and negotiating contracts in a healthcare setting
- verifiedBachelor's Degree
- verifiedFamiliarity with payor contracts and credentialing processes
- verifiedKnowledge of current and legally binding contractual language and terminology
Nice to Have
Paralegal certificate. Prior experience in healthcare contract management.
Benefits & Perks
check_circle401(k) with Company Matchcheck_circleMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurancecheck_circleGenerous Paid Time Off plus 7 Paid Holidayscheck_circleMileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Programcheck_circleWellness Programs including Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, and Joint & Spine Concierge Carecheck_circleEducation Support and Tuition Assistancecheck_circleFree Continuing Education Units (CEUs)check_circleCompany-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurancecheck_circleVoluntary Benefits including Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long-Term Carecheck_circleTeammate Assistance Fund
