What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Specialist position at Gentiva?
Our Company
Gentiva is an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.
Overview
We’re looking for a Contract Specialist to join our team. You will report directly to the VP of Regulatory Counsel and be responsible for preparing, reviewing, analyzing, and responding to requests for managed care, provider, and other related healthcare agreements.
- Prepares and negotiates agreements with contracting agencies/payors.
- Consults frequently with operations in the contract preparation process.
- Prepares projects by obtaining support information and data from various sources (branch personnel, regulatory department, contracting agency, etc.).
About You
- Minimum 2 years of experience drafting and negotiating contracts in a healthcare setting
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Paralegal certificate preferred but not required
- Excellent critical thinking and communication skills required
- Able to work cohesively with a team, prioritize projects and work under deadlines
We Offer
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
- Opportunity to participate in a Fleet Program
- Competitive Salaries
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Professional growth and development opportunities
Legalese
- This is a safety-sensitive position
- Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
- Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
- We are proud to be an EEO employer
- We maintain a drug-free workplace
