ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Director Managed Care Contracting Jobs (NOW HIRING)

HENRY MAYO NEWHALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Job Summary The Director of Managed Care Contracting provides strategic leadership for the hospital's payor contracting and Revenue Integrity functions; driving initiatives that optimize ...

Washington Hospital

Director, Managed Care

Fremont, CA · On-site

$196K - $294K/yr

Director, Managed Care Contracting Position Summary The Director, Managed Care Contracting, contributes to WHHS' growth and profitability by providing contracting expertise to existing and new ...

VMG Health

Director, Managed Care

Nashville, TN · On-site

VMG Health is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director, Managed Care to lead complex payer contracting and reimbursement engagements for hospitals, health systems, physician groups ...

Pennant Services

Managed Care Contracting Manager

... managed care contracting and revenue enhancement strategies for all healthcare payers as well as ... Establish, plan, direct and evaluate the implementation of tactical plan(s) that will ensure ...

McKesson

Regional Director Managed Care

McKesson is seeking a Regional Director, Managed Care Contracting, to serve as a strategic advisor to specialty provider practices across a dynamic payer and reimbursement landscape. In this role ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsHealthcare JobsHospital JobsDirector Managed Care Contracting Jobs

Director Managed Care Contracting information

See salary details

$94.5K

$134.8K

$208K

How much do director managed care contracting jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for director managed care contracting in the United States is $134,799.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a director managed care contracting?

A Director of Managed Care Contracting is responsible for negotiating, managing, and optimizing contracts between healthcare providers and insurance companies or other payers. They analyze reimbursement structures, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop strategies to maximize financial performance. This role requires strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship management skills to secure favorable contract terms. Additionally, they collaborate with internal stakeholders to align contract terms with organizational goals and ensure operational efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director managed care contracting?

To excel as a Director Managed Care Contracting, you need expertise in healthcare finance, contract negotiation, and analytics, along with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field. Familiarity with contract management software, claims adjudication systems, and reimbursement modeling tools is often required. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to build relationships across organizations are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies enable effective negotiation, organizational alignment, and the successful management of complex payer-provider agreements.

What are the most common challenges faced by directors of managed care contracting?

One of the main challenges in this role is balancing the financial objectives of your organization with the requirements and demands of various payers, such as insurance companies and government programs. Navigating frequent regulatory changes, managing competitive reimbursement rates, and coordinating with multiple internal departments can add complexity to negotiations. Directors of Managed Care Contracting also need to track and analyze contract performance to ensure organizational profitability. This position often involves working in cross-functional teams and requires strong communication and problem-solving skills to address both expected and unexpected challenges.

More about Director Managed Care Contracting jobs

What cities are hiring for Director Managed Care Contracting jobs?

Cities with the most Director Managed Care Contracting job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Managed Care Contracting jobs?

The most popular types of Managed Care Contracting jobs are:

What states have the most Director Managed Care Contracting jobs?

States with the most job openings for Director Managed Care Contracting jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Director Managed Care Contracting jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Director Managed Care Contracting jobs are:

Director Managed Care Contracting jobs near you
Infographic showing various Director Managed Care Contracting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,799 per year, or $64.8 per hour.

DIRECTOR, MANAGED CARE CONTRACTING

HENRY MAYO NEWHALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

120th of 1,061 rated hospitals

Job description

Your Work Here Matters. Your Career Here Thrives.

Imagine coming to work every day knowing that what you do genuinely changes lives. At Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, that's not just a tagline - it's the reality for every member of our team.

We're not just a hospital. We're the heartbeat of the Santa Clarita Valley - a 357-bed, not-for-profit Level II Trauma Center that has been a trusted pillar of this community since 1975. And we're looking for passionate, driven professionals who want to be part of something bigger than themselves.

Where Clinical Excellence Meets Cutting-Edge Care

Here, you'll work alongside an award-winning team delivering some of the most advanced medical services in the region, including:

  •  Comprehensive heart and vascular care
  •  Advanced stroke treatment
  •  Cancer care in partnership with Keck Medicine of USC
  •  Women's imaging and breast health services
  •  Emergency and trauma care
  •  Cardiac rehabilitation and wellness programs

As a key part of Los Angeles County's STEMI receiving network, we provide lifesaving cardiac intervention through our state-of-the-art Roberta G. Veloz Cardiac Cath Lab. We continuously invest in the latest technology and innovation - which means you'll always be working at the forefront of modern medicine.

A Culture You'll Be Proud to Be Part Of

Our vision - To Be the Most Patient-Centric Hospital Anywhere - drives everything we do. But it's our people who make that vision a reality. Physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers come together here in a culture rooted in compassion, collaboration, and excellence.

When you join Henry Mayo, you're not just accepting a job offer. You're joining a family that genuinely cares - about our patients, our community, and you.

Located in Beautiful Valencia, California

Nestled in the vibrant Santa Clarita Valley, you'll enjoy an exceptional quality of life both inside and outside of work - with top-rated schools, scenic surroundings, and a welcoming community that generations of families proudly call home.

Ready to make your mark? Join the team that's been setting the standard for compassionate, innovative healthcare for nearly 50 years. Your next great chapter starts here.

Job Summary

The Director of Managed Care Contracting provides strategic leadership for the hospital's payor contracting and Revenue Integrity functions; driving initiatives that optimize reimbursement, strengthen financial performance, and support long-term strategic objectives. This position oversees the development, negotiation, execution, and ongoing management of managed care agreements in collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer, ensuring contracts align with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and market dynamics. Leads complex contract negotiations, evaluates payor proposals through financial and operational analysis, and develops strategies that maximize contract value while mitigating risk. Additionally, this position oversees accurate reimbursement, contract compliance, and revenue optimization through effective collaboration with clinical, operational, and finance leaders. 

What You'll Bring to the Team:

  • Required demonstrated knowledge and experience of negotiating and managing payer contracts.
  • Required demonstrated knowledge and experience in using Excel (demonstrating advanced usage of formulas and modeling techniques), hospital billing systems, and other financial software systems, including report writing, that supports review and analysis of financial performance by payer.
  • Demonstrates ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. 
  • Demonstrates ability to analyze problematic situations and implement solutions.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Demonstrates experience and knowledge of principles and practices used in the development of payer contracts, contract administration, and negotiation strategies.

Licensure and Certification:

  • N/A

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree required; preferably in economics, business, finance, or healthcare.
  • Preferred Master's degree in healthcare economics, healthcare policy, or finance.

Experience:

  • Minimum seven (7) years recent employment in a hospital, medical or healthcare insurance field with experience in the negotiation and management of payer contracts and analytics.
  • Preferred progressive hospital payer contracting experience, Direct payer negation strategy development, Payer relationship management, Management and supervision of Payer Contract Analyst position
Employment Type: Full Time

What Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply