Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

Provider Contracting

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Information Technology

Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that???s why we work hard every day to make a difference in people???s lives. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in people???s lives ??? and your own? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Lead Provider Contracting in interfacing with IT on contract management system conversion and migration of contract data, act as Administrator for business for new contract management system, audit data in contract management system and compare against deta in other systems, identifying process improvement opportunities, educating staff and other partners on opportunities, and becoming the resource on provider contract data.

Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefits to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.

Banner Health Network (BHN) is an accountable care organization that joins Arizona's largest health care provider, Banner Health, and an extensive network of primary care and specialty physicians to provide the most comprehensive healthcare solutions for Maricopa County and parts of Pinal County. Through BHN, known nationally as an innovative leader in new health care models, insurance plans and physicians are coming together to work collaboratively to keep members in optimal health, while reducing costs.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the implementation, administration, maintenance and general oversight and support of database applications including a contract management system, electronic signature program and others. The position is responsible for the day-to-day operation and functioning of the applications. The position will work closely with Information Systems and customers of the organization as needed.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Reviews business processes, requirements, contracts workflow and corresponding functional prioritization to facilitate the implementation and continuous operation of contract management and electronic signature applications. Supports the test planning process, facilitates the preparation of test plans, verifies and validates data, quality assurance and control. Assists with the preparation and review of the project deliverables. Interacts and works jointly with project teams, resolving project and application issues, maintaining project scope and schedule.

2. Supports the configuration of the applications which may include the development of templates, clauses, notifications, reporting and application enhancements. Participate with a reporting team responsible for the creation, documentation and support of standardized reports; Develop and maintain reports and queries and ensure proper testing and validation.

3. Maintains the overall integrity and quality of the applications including regular data improvement, enforcement of database business processes and management of business rules and other set-up functions of the applications. Sets and enforces standards and controls.

4. Establishes and manages database security, access and privileges by developing policies, procedures and controls.

5. Provides support and training in use of the applications, including orientation for all new staff, users and specialized training in response to changing roles, business processes and database functionality. Review and update procedures to increase efficiency and enhance performance.

6. May lead a Department committee to address issues relating to requested changes, their impact on various users, standardization of data entry and development of reports and data exports to meet the needs of the Department and system.

7. Manage the relationship with software vendors??? support team, escalating issues that require immediate resolution and advocating for fixes/patches to the applications when appropriate. Maintains database performance by troubleshooting problems.

8. Works under general supervision. Incumbents in this position are accountable for the daily performance department computer applications. Determines how to best accomplish functions within established procedures. Confers with supervisor on any unusual situations. Interacts with supervisor, department staff, Information Technology and internal customers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The position requires knowledge typically associated with completion of a bachelor's degree or equivalent in the technology field or a related field.

Must possess skills and abilities normally attained with 3 years of related experience. Must be proficient and have working knowledge in area of service. Must demonstrate effective communication, team building, human relations and organization skills.

Must be familiar with commonly used office software and/or have the ability to learn new software applications if necessary.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive database management experience.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.