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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of provider contracting in the United States is $100,880.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $131,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Of Provider Contracting vs Provider Relations Manager?

AspectDirector Of Provider ContractingProvider Relations Manager
Primary FocusNegotiating and managing provider contracts, strategic contracting initiativesBuilding and maintaining relationships with providers, addressing provider concerns
ResponsibilitiesContract negotiations, policy development, provider network expansionProvider communication, issue resolution, provider onboarding
CredentialsBachelor’s degree, experience in healthcare contracting, knowledge of insurance policiesBachelor’s degree, experience in healthcare or provider relations, communication skills
Work EnvironmentCorporate healthcare setting, insurance companies, managed care organizationsHealthcare facilities, insurance companies, provider offices

The main difference is that the Director Of Provider Contracting focuses on negotiating and managing provider contracts at a strategic level, while the Provider Relations Manager emphasizes maintaining strong provider relationships and addressing day-to-day provider concerns. Both roles require healthcare knowledge and communication skills but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Director Of Provider Contracting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,880 per year, or $48.5 per hour.

Director of Provider Contracting

Corvallis, OR • On-site

Samaritan Health Services
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$56.59 - $84.88/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Samaritan Health Services rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 67 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

  • Samaritan Health Plans (SHP) provides health insurance options to Samaritan employees, community employers, and Medicare and Medicaid members. SHP operates a portfolio of health plan products under several different legal structures: InterCommunityHealth Plans, Inc. (IHN) is designated as a regional Coordinated Care Organization (CCO) for Medicaid beneficiaries; Samaritan Health Plans, Inc. offers Medicare Advantage, Commercial Large Group, and Commercial Large Group PPO and EPO plans; SHP is also the third-party administrator for Samaritan Health Services' self-funded employee health benefit plan.
    As part of an Integrated Delivery System, Samaritan Health Plans is strategically and operationally aligned with Samaritan Health Services' mission of Building Healthier Communities Together.
    This is a remote position in which we are able to employ in the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin
  • JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
  • The Director of Provider Contracting is responsible for the strategic leadership, financial oversight, and operational management of the health plan's Provider Contracting Department within the Finance division of Samaritan Health Plans. This role oversees provider contract development, negotiation, reimbursement methodology design, and contract lifecycle management across all applicable lines of business. The Director will ensure alignment with financial objectives, actuarial assumptions, regulatory requirements, and organizational strategy.
  • Our ideal candidate will have the following experience:
    • Experience with contract financial forecasts or spend
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Knowledge of credentialing
    • Network adequacy and network management
    • Management of staff, budgets, contract negotiations, medicare and/or medicaid contract terms
  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field required. Master's degree preferred.
    • Seven (7) years of experience in provider contracting, reimbursement strategy, or healthcare finance, including two (2) years leadership experience, required.
    • Experience in reimbursement methodologies, financial modeling, and healthcare regulatory requirements (Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, D-SNP, Commercial) required.
    • Experience negotiating with hospitals, physician groups, ancillary providers, and health systems required.
    • Experience collaborating with Finance, Actuarial, Legal, and Compliance departments required.
  • KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
    • Leadership - Inspires, motivates, and guides others toward accomplishing goals. Achieves desired results through effective people management.
    • Conflict resolution - Influences others to build consensus and gain cooperation. Proactively resolves conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.
    • Critical thinking - Identifies complex problems. Involves key parties, gathers pertinent data and considers various options in decision making process. Develops, evaluates and implements effective solutions.
    • Communication and team building - Leads effectively with excellent verbal and written communication. Delegates and initiates/manages cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    • Rarely
      (1 - 10% of the time)
      Occasionally
      (11 - 33% of the time)
      Frequently
      (34 - 66% of the time)
      Continually
      (67 - 100% of the time)
      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0-20 Lbs
      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
      CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
      CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
      KNEEL (on knees)
      BEND FORWARD at waist
      CLIMB - STAIRS
      STAND
      WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
      ROTATE TRUNK Standing
      REACH - Upward
      PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
      PULL (0-20 pounds force)
      SIT
      ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
      REACH - Forward
      MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
      FINGER DEXTERITY
      PINCH Fingers
      GRASP Hand/Fist
      None specified

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