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COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST

Morris, IL · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

... Morris Hospital contracts and reconciling to payments received, resolving denials, and appealing claims. Responsibilities also include establishing payment arrangements on self pay accounts ...

COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST

Morris, IL · On-site

$18.57 - $27.85/hr

... Morris Hospital contracts and reconciling to payments received, resolving denials, and appealing claims. Responsibilities also include establishing payment arrangements on self pay accounts ...

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How much do hospital contracts jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital contracts in the United States is $38.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.80 and $45.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main challenges faced by professionals managing hospital contracts, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals managing hospital contracts often face challenges such as navigating complex regulatory requirements, coordinating between multiple departments, and ensuring compliance with both internal policies and external laws. These challenges can be addressed by staying up-to-date with healthcare regulations, fostering strong communication with stakeholders, and implementing robust contract management systems. Proactive risk assessment and regular training are also essential to minimize errors and maintain smooth contract operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Hospital Contracts, and why are they important?

To thrive in Hospital Contracts, you need a strong understanding of healthcare regulations, contract law, and negotiation, often supported by a degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field. Familiarity with contract management software, compliance tools, and regulatory databases is typically required. Attention to detail, strong communication, and problem-solving skills are crucial for building successful agreements and managing stakeholder relationships. These competencies are vital to ensure that hospital contracts are compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with organizational goals.

What are hospital contracts?

Hospital contracts are legally binding agreements between hospitals and other parties, such as physicians, insurance companies, vendors, or government agencies. These contracts outline the terms and conditions for services provided, payment structures, responsibilities, and compliance requirements. They play a crucial role in ensuring proper collaboration, reimbursement, and regulatory adherence in the healthcare system. Properly managed hospital contracts help minimize risk and support the smooth operation of hospital services.

What is the difference between Hospital Contracts vs Medical Billing Specialists?

AspectHospital ContractsMedical Billing Specialists
CredentialsTypically require healthcare administration or legal knowledge, certifications varyRequire coding, billing certifications (e.g., CPC), and knowledge of billing software
Work EnvironmentHospitals, healthcare facilities, administrative officesMedical offices, billing companies, healthcare providers
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, healthcare networks, insurance companiesMedical practices, billing firms, healthcare providers

Hospital Contracts focus on negotiating and managing agreements between hospitals and vendors or insurers, requiring legal and administrative skills. Medical Billing Specialists handle coding and billing processes for patient services, requiring billing certifications. While both roles operate within healthcare, Hospital Contracts are more contract and legal-oriented, whereas Medical Billing Specialists focus on billing accuracy and reimbursement.

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Infographic showing various Hospital Contracts job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,243 per year, or $38.1 per hour.
Hospital Lab Manager

Hospital Lab Manager

Quest Diagnostics

Farmington Hills, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 103 rated laboratories


Job description


Hospital Lab Manager - Farmington Hills, MI, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!
The Hospital Laboratory Manager is responsible for all Hospital Laboratory Management and delivering on contract obligations. Ensures quality control and follow-up procedures are developed and implemented. Collects and analyzes data and prepares a variety of analyses and reports. Act as leader of the hospital laboratory activities and as part of the overall strategy of the Professional Lab Services (PLS) team to service and grow our business through hospital partnerships. Ensures Laboratory Supervisor(s) are effectively performing duties. The Hospital Laboratory Manager is accountable for the accuracy and reliability of all services provided by the departments under his/her supervision. Ensures policies and practices meet all regulatory standards and requirements.
Responsibilities
  • Work as the manager for the Regional Laboratory hospital services and with the national PLS team to develop integration plans based on the structure of the lab management arrangement.
  • Participate in the identification, design, development and implementation of hospital laboratory management services. Participate in implementation plans, start up and ongoing management for both internal (regional business needs) and external customer (hospital client) contracting requirements.
  • Interfaces with internal and external resources to ensure successful and timely completion of the lab management arrangement and the ongoing contract success of operations in accordance with client and company needs.
  • Participates in training hospital management and/or staff and is responsible for evaluating the project effectiveness and outcome. Manager is a key player in performance of the project team and evaluates overall team performance.
  • Works with national PLS manager and leadership as well as the regional SLT to manage and execute implementation plan including directing staff resources (both internal and external), evaluating results, creating documentation of newly created processes and managing overall engagement.
  • Hospital Service Manager has direct line of responsibility for Quest Diagnostics supervisors and staff at the client locations, to maintain relationships and communications with hospital client, sales, Professional Lab Services Team,
  • Regional operations and functional partners (procurement, logistics, etc.), throughout the duration of the contract.
  • Regional accountability for a successful and timely client contract launch and ongoing operations.
  • Provide regular and detailed project status to internal team members and client. Highlight issues, scope of services, with ongoing monthly and quarterly hospital reporting on productivity, quality, equipment and process flows.
  • Ensure that any contracted service where Quest Diagnostics contracts a hospital (under lab management or a free-standing contract) to provide testing services for Quest Diagnostics stat or off hours RRL coverage is delivered in a high quality and with all contract terms delivered as agreed on.
  • Ensure that any contracted service where hospital contracts with Quest Diagnostics for reference testing, that samples are prepared for pick up on time; that any issues with testing performance identified by hospital providers is immediately shared with the Quest Diagnostics laboratory to where the test was referred and collaborates to improve and resolution of those issues.
  • Manager is a key operations contact for Hospital clients that contract with Quest Diagnostics for testing services to coordinate service level expectations. Coordinate and act as an operations liaison for regional management and scientific directors' responses of Quest Diagnostics leadership to ensure hospital client satisfaction as well as to foster and identify regional opportunities for deeper Hospital Lab Management services.
  • Lead or participate in internal meetings, client meetings or cross-functional meetings. Responsible for participating in development of project plans, meeting documentation, regional action item management, and any other regional deliverables.
  • Collaborates with supply chain/procurement to maintain adequate and efficient levels of inventory. Ability to utilize effective management, influencing skills both internally and externally to ensure a successful implementation of all services within scope.
  • Knowledge of department metrics goals and actual performance, coordinates department activity to achieve metric goals
  • Collaborates with Laboratory Director to establish and maintain laboratory budget
  • Invoicing, completing request for capital equipment, and other financial activities as required Manages labor productivity and cost per test

Qualifications
Required Work Experience:
5 or more years managerial experience in the laboratory industry.
Preferred Work Experience:
Prior managerial hospital experience. Must demonstrate ability to lead or manage through supervisory or area lead responsibilities.
Knowledge/Skills:
  • Lab consolidation experience.
  • Completed courses or experienced in Project Management
  • Candidate must be results oriented and capable of working independently in the field.
  • Strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple engagements concurrently.
  • Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work in a very dynamic team environment.
  • Considerable knowledge of the general laboratory services and testing requirements.
  • Demonstrated management and leadership skills.
  • Strong client interaction skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Lean Six Sigma Principles/continuous improvement methodologies
  • Change Management
  • Proficiency with key PC software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Advanced understanding of data analytics

About the Team
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

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