What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Associate (Hybrid - Glendale, CA) position at Adventist Health?
Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the area’s leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care and a vast scope of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and outdoor recreation. Adventist Health Glendale is proud to be part of the thriving, diverse community since 1905.
Job Summary:
Supports managed care contracting activities on behalf of the organization. Supports and assists departmental leadership to maximize contract reimbursements from third party payer agreements. Assists with the communication and implementation of financial and operational requirements of third party payer agreements.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
- Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
Essential Functions:
- Scans all contracts and maintains accurate records of contracts and correspondence. Maintains log/s for all contracts, including expiration dates and contract rates. Performs accounting, documentation and filing of contracts.
- Organizes contracts and maintains computer archives. Assists with research and utilizes special projects to assist with developing and updating contracts. Maintains systems and tracks variance statistics.
- Assists with contractual budgets and revenue cycle performance. Works with internal stakeholders and external payer representatives to ensure contract compliance and resolution of payment issues.
- Assists with research/special projects to determine the compliance of all contracts.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
