Contracts Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager of Contracting is responsible for the day-to-day management, negotiation, implementation, and administration of payer, provider, and vendor contracts for LSMA Management, Inc., LaSalle Health Plan, and Maren Medical Group. Under the direction of the Vice President of Contracting, the Manager oversees contracting activities that support organizational objectives, provider network development, reimbursement optimization, and regulatory compliance.

The Manager develops and maintains productive relationships with health plans, physicians, hospitals, ancillary providers, and strategic vendors while coordinating contract negotiations, implementation, amendments, renewals, and ongoing contract performance. This position collaborates closely with Finance, Medical Management, Provider Relations, Credentialing, Compliance, Legal Counsel, and Operations to ensure contractual obligations are effectively implemented and monitored.

The Manager is responsible for maintaining contract documentation, monitoring reimbursement performance, supporting value-based care initiatives, ensuring compliance with applicable federal and California healthcare regulations, and supervising the daily operations of the Contracting department.