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Kaiser Permanente

$250 - $350/hr

The Senior Vice President, Health Plan and Hospital Provider Contracting and Network Development, is directly accountable for provider contracting across Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Hospitals ...

Ellipsis Health, Inc

VP Provider Sales

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, the VP Provider Sales is a high profile role responsible for driving growth of Ellipsis Health's Provider segment. This individual will seek new client ...

Ellipsis Health Inc.

VP Provider Sales

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160 - $210/hr

The VP Provider Sales will be passionate about our mission of providing high-quality, cost-effective, scalable AI solutions. Responsibilities: * Responsible for increasing the customer base, top-line ...

Ellipsis Health

VP Provider Sales

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$160 - $210/hr

Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, the VP Provider Sales is a high profile role responsible for driving growth of Ellipsis Health's Provider segment. This individual will seek new client ...

Ellipsis Health Inc.

$160 - $210/hr

The VP Provider Sales will be passionate about our mission of providing high-quality, cost-effective, scalable AI solutions. Responsibilities: * Responsible for increasing the customer base, top-line ...

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How much do vp provider contracting jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for vp provider contracting in the United States is $157,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $190,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a VP provider contracting do?

A VP of Provider Contracting is a senior executive responsible for leading the negotiation and management of contracts between healthcare providers and insurance companies or health plans. They develop contracting strategies, oversee provider network development, and ensure agreements are financially sound and compliant with regulations. This role requires strong leadership, negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of the healthcare industry. The VP of Provider Contracting works closely with providers, payers, and internal teams to support the organization's growth and quality goals.

What are some typical challenges faced by a VP provider contracting when negotiating agreements with healthcare providers?

A VP of Provider Contracting often encounters challenges such as balancing cost containment with maintaining strong provider relationships, navigating complex regulatory requirements, and aligning contract terms with organizational goals. The role requires effective negotiation skills to address provider concerns while achieving favorable terms for the health plan. Additionally, adapting to market changes and ensuring contract compliance across diverse provider networks are ongoing responsibilities that demand strategic problem-solving and collaboration with legal, finance, and operational teams.

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

To thrive as a VP Provider Contracting, you need deep expertise in healthcare contracting, provider relations, negotiation, and a solid understanding of healthcare regulations, often supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field. Familiarity with contract management software, data analytics platforms, and payer systems is typically required, as well as knowledge of value-based care models. Outstanding leadership, relationship-building, and strategic thinking are essential soft skills for managing teams and forging strong partnerships with providers. These skills are crucial for optimizing provider networks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving organizational growth in a complex healthcare environment.

What is the difference between Vp Provider Contracting vs Provider Relations Manager?

AspectVp Provider ContractingProvider Relations Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree, with many having healthcare administration or business degrees; certifications like CPC or CPMSM are commonUsually holds a bachelor's degree in healthcare, business, or related fields; certifications are less common but beneficial
Work EnvironmentStrategic, high-level negotiations with providers, contract development, and policy oversightMaintains ongoing relationships with providers, handles day-to-day provider inquiries, and manages provider satisfaction
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in health insurance companies, healthcare systems, and provider networks for contract negotiationsFound in healthcare organizations, hospitals, and clinics focusing on provider engagement and communication

The Vp Provider Contracting focuses on high-level contract negotiations and strategic provider agreements, while the Provider Relations Manager emphasizes maintaining provider relationships and day-to-day communication. Both roles are essential in healthcare organizations but serve different functions within provider management.

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Vp Provider Contracting jobs near you
Infographic showing various Vp Provider Contracting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,532 per year, or $75.7 per hour.

Assistant Vice President, Provider Contracting

Lifepoint Health

Brentwood, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

LifePoint Health rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 273 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

766th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Assistant Vice President, Provider Contracting
Your experience matters
At Lifepoint Health, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members to positively impact our mission of making communities healthier ®.
More about our team
The Assistant Vice President of Provider Contracting, Medical Group Services is responsible for developing and establishing physician/provider compensation models, facilitating provider agreements through the approval process, and negotiating provider contracts, and interacting with physician/provider recruits.
How you'll contribute
An Assistant Vice President who excels in this role:
  • Serve as the central coordination point for all physician and provider contract negotiations to ensure consistent application of corporate standards, templates, and approved compensation structures across markets.
  • Manage the provider contracting process ensuring viability, optimal compensation, contract term approvals, contact exception review and documentation, and compliance with FMV tool.
  • Monitor and oversee all Provider Related employment terms and agreements for contracted providers including, but not limited to, any/all contract provisions, updates, and revisions ensuring internal policy adherence, consistent application of approved contract language and regulatory compliance with Fair Market Value (FMV) and all other state or federal regulations.
  • Assure all provider contracts move through any required approval process timely and efficiently.
  • Prepare all required documents and information and lead the discussion on provider contracts provisions and proposed compensation terms through the Term Sheet Approval process and contracting.
  • Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and Compensation teams to ensure all contracts align with approved models and corporate governance.

Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for
Applicants should possess a bachelor's degree.
Additional requirements include:
  • 10 years of physician practice management experience or provider contracting experience required
  • Experience calculating provider compensation required.
  • Excel skills required.

EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
You must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
About Us
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
About the Team
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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About LifePoint Health

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

1999

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