Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $71,400.00 - $119,000.00
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
Behavioral health programs
401(k)
Company paid life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
leaves of absence
Job Description
Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, stands as a prominent leader in the healthcare industry, committed to advocating for better health through every stage of life. As an established health services organization, Cigna focuses on guiding its customers through the complexities of the healthcare system by empowering them with critical information and insights. This strategic approach helps individuals make informed choices that improve their overall health and vitality. With a robust network and innovative solutions, Cigna Healthcare nurtures partnerships and continuously strives for excellence to deliver superior health outcomes across diverse communities. The company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workforce, supporting its employees' well-being, and driving growth in the healthcare sector.
The role of Provider Contracting Lead Analyst is a vital position within Cigna Healthcare’s provider network management team. This full-time position offers a competitive annual salary range of 71,400 to 119,000 USD, which is commensurate with the candidate's experience and geographic location. Additionally, the role is eligible for participation in an annual bonus plan, enhancing the overall compensation package. Working remotely is an option for this role, provided the candidate has reliable high-speed internet connection via cable broadband or fiber optic with specified minimum speeds.
As a Provider Contracting Lead Analyst, you will play a critical leadership role in supporting provider contract negotiations, specifically focusing on ancillary providers and health systems. You will collaborate closely with the management team and senior colleagues to lead contract discussions and negotiations that align with organizational goals. A key aspect of this position involves performing detailed financial modeling and rigorous analysis related to provider contracts to ensure that timing and performance benchmarks are exceeded. Your ability to leverage complex internal systems and administrative processes will support efficient contract management.
Effective communication skills are essential in this role, where you will strengthen provider relationships through both verbal and written communication channels. As an integral member of the external-facing relationship management team, you will help cultivate, develop, and maintain strong partnerships with providers in your assigned market. This requires a deep understanding of the competitive landscape and interrelationships among providers in your geographic area.
The Provider Contracting Lead Analyst will also support the strategic positioning of provider contracting efforts, assisting in the development of Commercial networks and identifying opportunities for increased value orientation. Collaboration is central to success in this role, as you will work alongside a variety of internal stakeholders including Provider Service, Provider Data Management, Fee Schedule Management, Legal, Network Analytics, Compliance, Sales, and others. Demonstrating a team-oriented mindset and the ability to work across multiple departments is necessary to accomplish your goals.
Cigna Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects its commitment to employee health and well-being. From day one, employees are provided access to medical, vision, dental, and behavioral health programs designed to support whole health. Financial security is further enhanced by company-paid life insurance and a 401(k) plan. The company also values work-life balance, providing paid time off, holidays, and leaves of absence. Additionally, tuition reimbursement programs underscore Cigna’s dedication to ongoing employee development and career growth.
Joining Cigna Healthcare as a Provider Contracting Lead Analyst means becoming part of a forward-thinking, inclusive organization dedicated to improving lives through better health management. The role offers a challenging yet rewarding environment where your analytical expertise, communication skills, and leadership abilities will directly contribute to the success and expansion of Cigna’s provider networks and market strategies, driving growth and supporting healthier communities.
The role of Provider Contracting Lead Analyst is a vital position within Cigna Healthcare’s provider network management team. This full-time position offers a competitive annual salary range of 71,400 to 119,000 USD, which is commensurate with the candidate's experience and geographic location. Additionally, the role is eligible for participation in an annual bonus plan, enhancing the overall compensation package. Working remotely is an option for this role, provided the candidate has reliable high-speed internet connection via cable broadband or fiber optic with specified minimum speeds.
As a Provider Contracting Lead Analyst, you will play a critical leadership role in supporting provider contract negotiations, specifically focusing on ancillary providers and health systems. You will collaborate closely with the management team and senior colleagues to lead contract discussions and negotiations that align with organizational goals. A key aspect of this position involves performing detailed financial modeling and rigorous analysis related to provider contracts to ensure that timing and performance benchmarks are exceeded. Your ability to leverage complex internal systems and administrative processes will support efficient contract management.
Effective communication skills are essential in this role, where you will strengthen provider relationships through both verbal and written communication channels. As an integral member of the external-facing relationship management team, you will help cultivate, develop, and maintain strong partnerships with providers in your assigned market. This requires a deep understanding of the competitive landscape and interrelationships among providers in your geographic area.
The Provider Contracting Lead Analyst will also support the strategic positioning of provider contracting efforts, assisting in the development of Commercial networks and identifying opportunities for increased value orientation. Collaboration is central to success in this role, as you will work alongside a variety of internal stakeholders including Provider Service, Provider Data Management, Fee Schedule Management, Legal, Network Analytics, Compliance, Sales, and others. Demonstrating a team-oriented mindset and the ability to work across multiple departments is necessary to accomplish your goals.
Cigna Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects its commitment to employee health and well-being. From day one, employees are provided access to medical, vision, dental, and behavioral health programs designed to support whole health. Financial security is further enhanced by company-paid life insurance and a 401(k) plan. The company also values work-life balance, providing paid time off, holidays, and leaves of absence. Additionally, tuition reimbursement programs underscore Cigna’s dedication to ongoing employee development and career growth.
Joining Cigna Healthcare as a Provider Contracting Lead Analyst means becoming part of a forward-thinking, inclusive organization dedicated to improving lives through better health management. The role offers a challenging yet rewarding environment where your analytical expertise, communication skills, and leadership abilities will directly contribute to the success and expansion of Cigna’s provider networks and market strategies, driving growth and supporting healthier communities.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferred but significant industry experience considered
- 1-3 years of relevant experience in provider contracting, network operations, or pricing required
- Highly motivated and positive attitude
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Strong analytic and financial skills
- Ability to take initiative and be results-oriented
- Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Proven self-starter with exceptional work ethic
- High level of honesty and integrity
- Ability to collaborate effectively
- Goal-oriented and career-minded mindset
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- Multilingual abilities preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Reliable high-speed internet connection for remote work
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, healthcare administration, or a related field preferred
- Significant industry experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree
- 1-3 years in provider contracting, network operations or pricing required
- Highly motivated, confident, energetic, and positive attitude
- Strong communication and presentation skills along with listening ability
- Strong analytic skills and financial acumen
- Willing and able to take initiative and be results-oriented
- Effective critical thinking, problem-solving and influencing skills
- Exceptional work ethic, proven self-starter
- High degree of honesty and integrity
- Ability to collaborate with others
- Goal-oriented and career-minded
- Exceptional customer service standards and delivery
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to prioritize projects and handle multiple demands simultaneously
- Multilingual language skills are highly desired
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Job Duties
- Lead ancillary provider and health system contract negotiations with manager and senior teammate oversight
- Perform detailed financial modeling and analysis related to provider contracts to exceed planned timing and performance expectations
- Efficiently leverage complex internal systems and processes to support provider contract administration
- Use strong verbal and written communication to strengthen provider relationships and contribute as a valued member of the external facing relationship management team
- Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with providers, both current and prospective
- Understand the interrelationships and competitive landscape of the providers in your geographic area
- Understand the dynamics of provider networks and support strategic positioning for provider contracting
- Be a team player and work closely with internal and external stakeholders including Manager, Provider Service, Provider Data Management, Fee Schedule Management, Regional Director, Legal, Network Analytics, Compliance, and Sales
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