This position serves as an integral member of the Provider Contracting Team and reports to the Contracting Manager or Market Lead.  This role assists and supports the day to day contracting and network activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages contracting and negotiations for fee for service with physicians, ancillaries and hospitals.
• Supports the development and management of value-based relationships.
• Builds and maintains relationships that nurture provider partnerships to support the local market strategy.
• Initiates and maintains effective channels of communication with matrix partners including but not limited to, Claims Operations, Medical Management. Credentialing, Legal, Medical Economics, Compliance, Sales and Marketing and Service.
• Supports strategic positioning for provider contracting, assists in the development of networks and helps identify opportunities for greater value-orientation.
• Contributes to the development of alternative network initiatives. Supports analytics required for the network solution.
• Works to meet unit cost targets, while preserving an adequate network, to achieve and maintain Cigna's competitive position.
• Supports initiatives that improve total medical cost and quality.
• Drives change with external provider partners by offering consultative expertise to assist with total medical cost initiatives.
• Prepares, analyzes, reviews, and projects financial impact of provider contracts and alternate contract terms.
• Creates “HCP” agreements that meet internal operational standards and external provider expectations. Ensures the accurate implementation, and administration through matrix partners. 
• Assists in resolving provider service complaints. Researches problems and negotiates with internal/external partners/customers to resolve escalated issues.
• Manages provider relationships and is accountable for critical interface with providers and business staff.
• Demonstrates knowledge of providers in an assigned geographic area through understanding the interrelationships as well as the competitive landscape.
• Responsible for accurate and timely contract loading and submissions and interface with matrix partners for network implementation and maintenance.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; preferably in the areas of Finance, Economics, Healthcare or Business related. Significant industry experience will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor degree.
• One to two years prior provider servicing experience strongly preferred
• Contracting and negotiating experience preferred
• Experience in developing and managing relationships
• Understanding and experience with hospital, managed care, and provider business models a plus
• Team player with proven ability to develop strong working relationships within a fast-paced, matrix organization.
• The ability to influence audiences through strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience with formal presentations.
• Customer centric and interpersonal skills are required.
• Demonstrates an ability to maneuver effectively in a changing environment.
• Demonstrates problem solving, decision-making, negotiating skills, contract language and financial acumen.
• Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office tools.

This role is Flex/WFH which allows most work to be performed at home or on occasion at a Cigna office location. Employees must be fully vaccinated if they choose to come onsite.

About Cigna

Cigna Corporation exists to improve lives. We are a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we serve. Together, with colleagues around the world, we aspire to transform health services, making them more affordable and accessible to millions. Through our unmatched expertise, bold action, fresh ideas and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care, we are a force of health services innovation. When you work with us, or one of our subsidiaries, you’ll enjoy meaningful career experiences that enrich people’s lives. What difference will you make?

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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