Sr. Director - Provider Contracting

Sr. Director - Provider Contracting

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Director – Provider Contracting. This is a hybrid role where the expectation is to work both in office 2 to 3 days in Monterey Park, CA, Orange, CA, and at home on a weekly basis. This role will work closely with the VP of Contracting to develop and execute on managed care contracting strategies and negotiations.

You will be responsible for identifying and evaluating payor and provider opportunities, determining optimal reimbursement rates, drafting and managing contracts, serving as an organizational subject matter expert on existing capitation and fee for service agreements for Multi-State Market and other states, and researching and resolving payor and provider issues.

Department:
Provider Contracting

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

1600 Corporate Center Dr., Monterey Park, CA 91754

Workplace type:
Hybrid

Compensation: $175,000 - $185,000 / year

Reporting To:
Dawn Camou

• Design and oversee provider contracting strategies that align with organizational goals for growth, compliance, and cost-effectiveness
• Act as a thought leader, providing executive-level guidance on payer and provider contracting initiatives
• Direct and ensure proper administration of Division of Financial Responsibility (DOFRs), contract amendments, RFPs, and CAPs arising from Health Plans
• Oversee project management of all payer and provider contracting initiatives, ensuring execution within timelines and compliance requirements
• Lead delegation oversight and compliance reviews to minimize risk exposure, sanctions, and financial penalties
• Interpret and assess contractual risk in provider-facing and payer-facing agreements, leading high-stakes, time-sensitive negotiations
• Ensure contracts are structured to optimize reimbursement, protect the organization's interests, and enhance provider relationships
• Establish and maintain policies and processes that streamline contract review, approval, and execution across the enterprise
• Partner with Claims, Configuration, Business Development, and Data Management teams to align operational processes with contracting strategies
• Drive root-cause solutions to systemic issues affecting contract performance or compliance
• Provide executive-level reports and recommendations to senior leadership on network adequacy, financial impact, and strategic opportunities
• Provide direction, coaching, and mentorship to Payer Relations Associates and contracting team members
• Efficiently delegate and coordinate workflow of contracts and health plan communications across the department
• Build organizational capability through continuous improvement, training, and development of team members
• Other duties as assigned

• Master's degree and/or Bachelor's degree or BS/BA in business administration or health care related field of study or equivalent years of experience
• At least 10 years prior experience in contracting

Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.