Contract Specialist | Managed Care at Gundersen Health System

Onalaska, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Management, Negotiation, Compliance, Database Management, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Financial Evaluation, Administrative Support, Team Leadership, Software Tools, Contract Performance Monitoring, Process Improvement, Communication, Problem Solving, Training, Documentation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Title: Contract Specialist Location: Hybrid. Must reside in WI, MN, or IA at the time of hired. Department: Managed Care Join Our Team at Emplify Health by Gundersen! We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Contract Specialist to support our mission of delivering exceptional healthcare services. In this role, you will manage a wide range of contracting activities, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals. What You’ll Do: Coordinate and prepare documentation to evaluate the financial and administrative impact of contracts. Review, negotiate, and implement contracts in compliance with corporate policies. Lead and train team members in contract data entry and database management (Lawson). Monitor contract performance using software tools and internal feedback. Support senior leadership in creating and maintaining service contracts. Oversee contract renewals and resolve contractual issues in a timely manner. Streamline contracting processes and enhance communication across departments. Facilitate administrative meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure consistent and predictable attendance. Perform other related duties as assigned. What You’ll Bring: Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or a related field. JD, MBA, or Paralegal degree desired. Experience: Required: 2–4 years of experience in managed care, business, legal studies, healthcare, or a related field. Preferred Experience: 6 months in a contract management environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Familiarity with Lawson contract database is a plus. Why Emplify Health by Gundersen? We believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. You’ll be part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. In addition, we offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth: Comprehensive medical, dental, and pet insurance plus generous retirement contributions Work-life balance with 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, ample PTO, and paid holidays Wellness perks including a Zen Room with massage chairs, corporate gym, yoga classes, and local gym discounts Professional development through our Tuition Invest Program, internal courses, and Career Development Center A diverse, inclusive culture with dedicated DEI initiatives and celebration programs Additional perks like a Verizon data plan discount and 20% off Gundersen services not covered by insurance Apply today and help us shape the future of healthcare through strategic and effective contract management. If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267. We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer Around here, loving your job is part of the job. Join our mission in changing healthcare while finding a career you'll love! Gundersen Health System offers a proud, local history spanning more than 100 years. Our personalized patient care model is only the beginning of what you will experience as we foster population health transformation and innovation to serve our communities and you. We've made it a priority to enrich the lives of our employees as they find a career they love. Using each employee’s unique talents and passions, Gundersen is committed to delivering exceptional patient and family-centered care to the communities we serve. You can be part of an exciting, highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated offering an employee-first culture, work-life balance, and career advancement & growth opportunities. This culture allows our organization to attract elite talent, like yourself! What You Can Expect: Empowerment to shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth Culture that encourages self-care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world-class medical care and the right amount of love. We call it LOVE + MEDICINE and it’s more than our practice. It is who we are. Gundersen Health System, based in La Crosse, WI, is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa; serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 22 counties. Our physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; 6 affiliate critical access hospitals; nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. We deliver Love + Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees. Select Remote/Hybrid Eligible under More search to see our remote-eligible openings. A rewarding career and an excellent quality of life awaits you. Learn more about our excellence in patient care, education, research, culture, and something we call Love + Medicine at www.gundersenhealth.org/careers/life.

Responsibilities

The Contract Specialist will manage a wide range of contracting activities, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Responsibilities include preparing documentation, reviewing and negotiating contracts, and monitoring contract performance.