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Healthcare Law Attorney

Orlando, FL · On-site

$250K - $300K/yr

Provide counsel on healthcare transactions, including: o Mergers and acquisitions o Joint ventures o Affiliation and management agreements o Provider contracting * Assist healthcare organizations ...

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Warehouse Assistant

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

B&I Contractors, Inc., a proud five-time winner of the Great Place to Work certification, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Warehouse Assistant to join our dynamic and expanding team. Why ...

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Healthcare Law Attorney

Miami, FL · On-site

$250K - $300K/yr

Provide counsel on healthcare transactions, including: o Mergers and acquisitions o Joint ventures o Affiliation and management agreements o Provider contracting * Assist healthcare organizations ...

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What is a contracting assistant?

Contracting Assistants are administrative professionals who support procurement and contracting activities within an organization. They help prepare, review, and process contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant laws. Their duties often include maintaining contract files, tracking deadlines, communicating with vendors or clients, and assisting with bid and proposal documentation. Contracting Assistants play a vital role in helping contracts move smoothly through each stage of the procurement process.

What are some common challenges contracting assistants face when managing multiple contracts simultaneously?

Contracting Assistants often juggle several contracts at once, which requires strong organizational and time-management skills. Common challenges include tracking deadlines for deliverables, ensuring compliance with varying contract terms, and staying updated on changes in regulations or company policies. To succeed, it's important to use effective tracking tools, communicate regularly with team members and vendors, and proactively identify potential issues before they escalate. Collaboration with legal, procurement, and finance teams is also crucial for resolving discrepancies and ensuring smooth contract execution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contracting assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contracting Assistant, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of contract administration, often supported by a relevant associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Familiarity with contract management systems, procurement software, and document tracking tools is typically expected. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management skills help you coordinate with stakeholders and handle multiple tasks efficiently. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate contract processing, compliance, and effective support to contracting teams.

What is the difference between Contracting Assistant vs Contract Specialist?

AspectContracting AssistantContract Specialist
CredentialsTypically high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationUsually requires a bachelor's degree; certifications like NCMA's CPCM are common
Work EnvironmentOffice settings within government or corporate procurement departmentsMore independent roles within government agencies or large corporations
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, defense contractors, large corporationsFederal government, defense, aerospace, and large organizations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level or support roles in contractingSeeking detailed responsibilities and qualifications for contracting roles

In summary, a Contracting Assistant typically supports contracting processes with entry-level responsibilities, while a Contract Specialist handles more complex contract management tasks and often requires specialized certifications and experience.

What are the most commonly searched types of Contracting jobs in Florida?

The most popular types of Contracting jobs in Florida are:

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Provider Contracting Professional

Humana

Orlando, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Humana rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 267 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

173rd of 315 rated insurance

Job description

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The Provider Contracting Professional 2 initiates, negotiates, and executes physician, hospital, and/or other provider contracts and agreements for an organization that provides health insurance. The Provider Contracting Professional 2 work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action.

The Provider Contracting Professional 2 communicates contract terms, payment structures, and reimbursement rates to providers.

Role Overview

Analyzes financial impact of contracts and terms.

Maintains contracts and documentation within a tracking system.

May assist with identifying and recruiting providers based on network composition and needs.

Understands department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas.

Makes decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations, and requires minimal direction and receives guidance where needed.

Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

Follows established guidelines/procedures.


Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2 - 5 years of experience in negotiating managed care contracts with physician, hospital and/or other provider contracts.
  • Proficiency in analyzing, understanding and communicating financial impact of contract terms, payment structures and reimbursement rates to providers.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications
  • Must reside in Seminole, Orange, Osceola, Brevard.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree
  • Experience with ACO/Risk Contracting
  • Experience with Value Based Contracting

Additional Information

  • Travel 80% of the time 3-4 days a week.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.


$65,000 - $88,600 per year


This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About Us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer atHumana.comand atCenterWell.com.


Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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About Humana

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Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville, KY., is a leading health care company that offers a wide range of insurance products and health and wellness services that incorporate an integrated approach to lifelong well-being. By leveraging the strengths of its core businesses, Humana believes it can better explore opportunities for existing and emerging adjacencies in health care that can further enhance wellness opportunities for the millions of people across the nation with whom the company has relationships.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Louisville, KY, US

Year founded

1961

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