Senior Director – Provider Contracting

Astrana Health

Senior Director overseeing provider contracting strategies and negotiations at Astrana Health. Responsible for developing and executing managed care contracting strategies alongside the VP of Contracting.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeMonterey Park • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $175,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in provider contracting strategies, compliance oversight, and financial analysis within healthcare environments. Capable of leading teams, managing complex negotiations, and optimizing contract performance while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

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Provider Contracting StrategiesContract AdministrationFinancial Data AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationFinancial AnalysisRisk AssessmentContract ModelingCompliance Review

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingDetail-OrientedOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMentorship

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteEZ-CapHealthcare Administration Systems

Industry Keywords

Healthcare CompliancePayer RelationsNetwork AdequacyContract PerformanceDivision of Financial Responsibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and oversee provider contracting strategies that align with organizational goals for growth, compliance, and cost-effectiveness
Act as a thought leader, providing executive-level guidance on payer and provider contracting initiatives
Direct and ensure proper administration of Division of Financial Responsibility (DOFRs), contract amendments, RFPs, and CAPs arising from Health Plans
Oversee project management of all payer and provider contracting initiatives, ensuring execution within timelines and compliance requirements
Lead delegation oversight and compliance reviews to minimize risk exposure, sanctions, and financial penalties
Interpret and assess contractual risk in provider-facing and payer-facing agreements, leading high-stakes, time-sensitive negotiations
Ensure contracts are structured to optimize reimbursement, protect the organization’s interests, and enhance provider relationships
Establish and maintain policies and processes that streamline contract review, approval, and execution across the enterprise
Partner with Claims, Configuration, Business Development, and Data Management teams to align operational processes with contracting strategies
Drive root-cause solutions to systemic issues affecting contract performance or compliance
Provide executive-level reports and recommendations to senior leadership on network adequacy, financial impact, and strategic opportunities
Provide direction, coaching, and mentorship to Payer Relations Associates and contracting team members
Efficiently delegate and coordinate workflow of contracts and health plan communications across the department
Build organizational capability through continuous improvement, training, and development of team members
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree and/or Bachelor’s degree or BS/BA in business administration or health care related field of study or equivalent years of experience
At least 10 years prior experience in contracting
****You're great for this role if:**
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data, contracts, and regulatory documents with a high degree of accuracy and insight
Proven problem-solving skills with a strategic, methodical approach to addressing challenges and driving sustainable solutions
Exceptionally detail-oriented, highly organized, and skilled at leading teams through exhaustive investigations where information may be ambiguous or incomplete
Superior communication skills—both verbal and written—with the ability to translate technical and contractual language into clear recommendations for executives and stakeholders
Deep understanding of delegated network operations and regulatory requirements, with experience overseeing compliance in complex healthcare environments
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to leverage tools for strategic presentations, contract modeling, and executive reporting
Knowledge of EZ-Cap and other proprietary healthcare administration systems, with the ability to oversee teams that utilize these platforms effectively

Benefits

Comp & perks

- Our organization follows a hybrid work structure where the expectation is to work both in office and at home on a weekly basis. The office is located at 1600 Corporate Center Dr. Monterey Park, CA 91754 and 600 City Parkway West, Orange, CA 92868.
- The annual total compensation target pay range for this role is: $175,000 - $185,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location (current or future), experience, and other job-related factors.
Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at **humanresourcesdept@astranahealth.com**** **to request an accommodation.
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