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Form of workExec DirStrat HC Contract Init/UKHC
Requisition Number:RE44372
Working Title:Executive Director for Strategic Healthcare Contract Initiatives
Department Name:H4022:Health System Administration
Work Location:Lexington, KY
Grade Level:15
Salary Range:$95,056-185,848/year
Type of Position:Staff
Position Time Status :Full-Time
Required Education:MA
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Required Related Experience:7 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification:None
Physical Requirements:This position may require sitting, standing, and/or walking for extended periods of time; lifting, pulling, or pushing objects up to 10 lbs.
Shift:Monday through Friday; 7:30am – 4:30pm. This is a remote position.
Job Summary:The Executive Director for Strategic Healthcare Contract Initiatives is responsible for overseeing the achievement of all organizational strategic healthcare contract goals as required by UKHC. This position is responsible for overseeing and directing a broad range of services to the UKHC Enterprise related to contractual arrangements such as agreements for business alliances with health systems, governmental agencies and for-profit and non-profit organizations to advance the achievement and implementation of the strategic healthcare contracting goals of the UKHC Enterprise. This involves structuring and/ or administrating contractual documents for six healthcare colleges, all UKHC clinics, all hospitals and administrative areas that establish business relationships with internal and external contractors, customers and partners. These agreements represent clinical activity throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky in excess of $300 million. This position will collaborate with internal and external partners as well as University General and Associate General Counsel. This position will ensure contracting services are provided in compliance with policies and procedures. The Executive Director will analyze contracts to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies. This position will also advise management of contractual rights and obligations and provide interpretation of terms and conditions. This position will lead the UKHC strategic healthcare contracting program with attention to strategy, regulations and oversight of contracting staff.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:Attention to detail, excellent communication
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :Yes
Preferred Education/Experience:8 or more years of experience in healthcare contracting or consulting, which includes drafting, coordinating and analyzing clinical and/or educational contracts preferred.
Deadline to Apply:03/19/2024
University Community of Inclusion:The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
