Director Payor Contracting
- Pay
- $87 – $122 per hour
- Location
- Madera, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Executive
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 14 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Payor contract negotiation
- Managed care industry knowledge
- Hospital and medical group operations knowledge
- Contract management
- Financial information systems
- Payer relationship management
- Contract performance monitoring
Also useful
- Managerial leadership
- Advanced analytical reporting
- Executive-level communication
Job Summary
The Director, Payor Contracting reports directly to the Vice President Revenue Cycle and Managed Care and is responsible for coordinating and executing payor contracting strategies. This position is responsible for the negotiation and management of payor contracts that meet the financial, operational, and strategic goals of Valley Children's Healthcare.
The director is responsible for developing and maintaining productive payor relationships; negotiating hospital, medical group and primary care contracts; and ensuring contract performance goals are met. This position acts as the primary lead for all payer relations at Valley Children's Healthcare. This position directs analysis and reporting for managed care strategies, as well as, executive-level decision support.
Must have a broad-based knowledge of hospital and medical group operations. Must maintain expert knowledge of the managed care industry and its application in a hospital setting. Must have knowledge of hospital and medical group contract management and financial information systems.
Qualifications
Education
- College Degree - 4 year Related field/discipline (required)
- Masters Degree Related field/discipline (preferred)
Work Experience
- Minimum five (5) years Related field with five years of related work experience (required)
- Minimum two (2) years Managerial experience (preferred)
Compensation Range
- $87.10 - $121.95
- Workshift: Day (United States of America)
- Position Exempt: Yes
- FTE %: 100
- Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
- Daily Hours: 8
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About Us
Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) is the patient-centric, comprehensive process of managing the financial aspects of patient care from initial appointment scheduling and patient registration to the final payment of medical bills. Effective RCM ensures that our healthcare system receives timely and accurate reimbursement for services rendered, maintains compliance with regulations, and enhances operational efficiency, ultimately supporting the financial stability of the organization and improving the overall patient experience.
The Revenue Cycle Division consists of many departments including Patient Scheduling Center, Admissions, Financial Counseling, Clinical Documentation Improvement, Coding, ED Registration, Health Information Services, Outpatient Services Funding, Patient Accounting, Patient Financial Services, Payor Contracting and Revenue Integrity. Some departments have a full complement of staff onsite, others operate on a hybrid model while some staff work entirely from home.
Our team consists of a diverse group of skilled professionals, all working together to optimize patient and family engagement through a positive financial experience.
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Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
From Valley Childrens's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 27, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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Common questions
What is the salary for the Director Payor Contracting role at Valley Childrens?
The Director Payor Contracting posting at Valley Childrens states compensation of $87 – $122 per hour. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Valley Childrens's official career site.
Where is the Director Payor Contracting job at Valley Childrens located?
This Director Payor Contracting position at Valley Childrens is located in Madera, CA (On-site). Always check Valley Childrens's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
What qualifications are required for Director Payor Contracting at Valley Childrens?
For the Director Payor Contracting role, Valley Childrens highlights 5+ years of relevant experience; a bachelor's degree; experience with Payor contract negotiation, Managed care industry knowledge, Hospital and medical group operations knowledge, Contract management, Financial information systems, Payer relationship management. Rolev.ai can score your existing resume against these requirements and show any skill gaps before you apply.
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