Principal Network Management Consultant; Work From Home - Hospital Contracting

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.

Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

This position is responsible for provider recruitment and contracting of facilities (large independent hospital systems, integrated & non-integrated systems, value-based contracting, etc.). Develop and negotiate hospital contracts. Develop and maintain relationships with hospitals. Ensure strategic coverage for assigned territory. Responsible for education of providers and for ongoing provider service. Provide subject matter expertise to improve efficiency and results.

• Bachelor Degree and 4 years provider contracting experience OR Master degree and 3 years contracting experience OR 8 years business experience including 4 years provider contracting experience. Contracting experience involves negotiating reimbursements, financial arrangements and rates.
• Extensive knowledge of provider and facility contracting, products, and claims/processing systems.
• Negotiation skills.
• Relationship building skills.
• Knowledge of marketplace.
• Meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of corporate personnel and providers.
• PC proficiency to include Microsoft Office.
• Analytical skills and business acumen to analyze financial data to determine financial impact of negotiations.
• Ability and willingness to travel within assigned areas of responsibility, including overnight stays.

• Relationship Building, having the ability to establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with hospital partners, providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Communication Skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex information to diverse audiences.
• Analytical Skills, strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support strategic decision-making.
• Computer Proficiency, advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Presentation Development, proven ability to create clear, compelling, and professional PowerPoint presentations tailored to executive and stakeholder audiences.
• Systems Expertise, experience with data retrieval, report generation, and data extraction; familiarity with provider contracting systems and tools.
• Hospital contracting experience.

Location:
Telecommute (Remote) role in Illinois.

Compensation: $92,700.00 - $. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

HCSC Employment Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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