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Veracity

RN - Emergency Room

Hartford, CT · On-site

Hartford, CT 06105 Position Type: 1 Contractor - Onsite Department: Emergency Department (ED ... Experience with EMR Systems (EPIC / Cerner / Meditech - Yes/No - Specify): Reason for Interest in ...

AMN Healthcare

Gastroenterology Physician

Farmington, CT · On-site

$349.20 - $378/day

EPIC * Certifications required: Board Certification, Fellowship trained * Licensure required ... the contractor providers we match to client opportunities. In addition, our locum tenens can ...

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What is an Epic Contractor job?

An Epic Contractor is a healthcare IT professional who works on a contract basis to implement, optimize, or support Epic Systems' electronic health record (EHR) software. They may specialize in specific Epic modules like ClinDoc, Ambulatory, or Willow, providing expertise in configuration, workflow design, training, or troubleshooting. Epic Contractors typically work with hospitals or healthcare organizations during system implementations, upgrades, or optimizations. Their role is crucial in ensuring that Epic software is effectively integrated into clinical workflows to improve healthcare operations. Contracts can vary in length, ranging from a few months to over a year, depending on the project's complexity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Epic Contractor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Epic Contractor, you need strong analytical skills, experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems—especially Epic, and a relevant degree in healthcare IT, informatics, or computer science. Proficiency with Epic modules (such as Ambulatory, Inpatient, or Revenue Cycle), Epic certification, and familiarity with project management tools are typically required. Outstanding communication, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities help contractors collaborate effectively with diverse healthcare teams. These competencies ensure successful implementation, optimization, and support of Epic systems within complex healthcare environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Epic Contractors, and how can they be addressed?

Epic Contractors often face challenges such as adapting quickly to new healthcare environments, managing tight project deadlines, and troubleshooting complex system configurations. Effective communication with clinical and technical stakeholders is crucial to clearly understand requirements and resolve issues efficiently. To address these challenges, contractors benefit from strong project management skills, continuous learning about Epic updates, and maintaining open lines of communication within cross-functional teams. By staying adaptable and proactive, Epic Contractors can successfully navigate shifting priorities and ensure high-quality outcomes. This experience also helps build a strong professional reputation, opening doors for future opportunities in healthcare IT.

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Sr. Financial Analyst- Managed Care (Hybrid)

Sr. Financial Analyst- Managed Care (Hybrid)

Stamford Health

Stamford, CT • On-site

$91K - $113K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Stamford Health rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


This role will work a hybrid shift based in Stamford, CT. Hybrid work must take place from CT, NY, or NJ.
This senior-level position is responsible for the strategic planning, negotiation, and end-to-end management of complex managed care contracts for Stamford Hospital, Stamford Health Medical Group, and Stamford Health-Norwalk Radiology, LLC. The role serves as the primary analytical lead in payer negotiations, delivering strategic insights into reimbursement structures, payment variances, and contribution margins. This role drives profitability through advanced contract modeling, proactive performance auditing, and collaboration with leadership to align managed care strategies with organizational growth, operational efficiency, and financial goals.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/CRITICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Strategic Negotiation & Contracting: Assist in negotiations with managed care organizations (MCOs) to secure favorable, market-competitive provider agreements. Translate complex reimbursement methodologies into actionable contract language, ensuring alignment with the Health System's financial targets and strategic growth plans.
  • Advanced Contract Modeling & Database Strategy: Build, validate, and maintain sophisticated reimbursement models (e.g., Epic/contract modeling software) to project net expected revenue and simulate the financial impact of proposed contract changes.
  • Comprehensive Contract Portfolio Management: Oversee the complete repository of managed care contracts, ensuring 100% accurate implementation of terms. Proactively identify operational or financial discrepancies between contract terms and payer performance.
  • Financial Analysis, Reporting & ROI Optimization: Perform deep-dive contribution margin analysis, service line reporting, and payor performance auditing to identify revenue opportunities. Provide actionable, high-level recommendations to senior management regarding payer behavior, reimbursement trends, and margin improvement.
  • Payer Relations & Problem Solving: Serve as the subject matter expert and primary contact for escalated payer contract issues, ensuring resolution to payment variance and denial issues. Proactively manage the provider escalation process to maximize revenue capture.
  • Market & Value-Based Program Intelligence: Analyze the external payer environment, including fee schedule changes, regulatory shifts, and Value-Based Purchasing/pay-for-performance metrics to ensure compliance and optimize incentive payments.
  • Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with service line leaders, Revenue Cycle Management, and Finance to ensure contract terms reflect clinical operations. Mentor junior analysts on contract interpretation and modeling best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
  • A Bachelor's degree in business, finance, healthcare administration, or a related field is required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in managed care contracting, payor relations, or hospital decision support/reimbursement.
  • Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex modeling) and experience with contract modeling software (Epic Resolute HB/PB Expected Reimbursement contracting preferred).
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to analyze large datasets and financial reports.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills for internal and external interactions, senior-leadership level presentations.

At Stamford Health, we believe that every patient deserves compassionate, personalized, person-centered care. This commitment guides how we care for patients, support their care partners, and promote the wellbeing of our staff. In alignment with our Planetree philosophy, the individual in this role will foster a respectful, collaborative environment that honors the needs, values, and preferences of every person we serve and the colleagues we partner with.

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