Contracts Specialist

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As a key member of Aveanna’s contracting department, the Contracts Specialist is responsible for the review, negotiation and maintenance of contracts and timely communication of terms to key stakeholders within the organization.

Key Results Expected:

• Prepare template contracts to support business operations. Review and finalize any revisions to templates requested by the contracting party.
• Review and analyze third party contracts for compliance with company guidelines and operational/financial risks. Negotiate acceptable language. Communicate key terms and potential risks to stakeholders, seeking approval of non-standard terms as appropriate.
• Collaborate with internal compliance, legal, billing, people services and other departments as needed to ensure adherence to contract terms.
• Maintains project status of end-to-end contract lifecycle in company contract management system advising key stakeholders on project status and issues that may impact relationship with contracting party.
• Ensures contract execution in accordance with company policy and all required documentation is received and filed.
• Provides contract summary, communicates, and distributes finalized contracts and amendments to appropriate internal areas of the organization.
• Manages and supports completion of RFPs in accordance with company policy.
• Collaborate with revenue cycle management to ensure proper implementation of contract terms into various billing systems.
• Ensure integrity of data entered into contract management system.
• Acts as liaison to internal and external customers to respond to inquiries regarding contracts, contract process and resolve any contract issues, collaborating with key stakeholders as appropriate.
• Sharing and clarifying contract processes and details with operations and sales staff.

Minimum Requirements:

• College degree required or equivalent experience in Contract Management preferably in a healthcare provider setting.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail. Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Results driven with ability to self-direct and work independently showing initiative while seeking guidance when appropriate.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload and be flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated strength in computer software, e.g., MS Office; internet-based research; experience with contract management system preferred.
  Other Skills/Abilities
  • Must be able to adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times
  • Quick-thinking and astute decision making skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Time Management
  • Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution
  • Excellent organization and communication skills
  • Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations
  • Strong commitment to clinical excellence
  Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
  • Must be able to travel; company does not provide vehicles or transportation
  • Must be able to frequently life 25 pounds; occasionally 50 pounds
  • Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
  • Must be able to sit and climb stairs
  • Must have visual and hearing acuity
  • Must have strong sense of smell and touch
  Environment
  • Performs duties in an office environment during agency operating hours
  • Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions
  Other Duties
  • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.