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Executive Director-Payor Relations & Contracting

Mercy Health Corporation
paid time off
United States, Arkansas, Rogers
Nov 19, 2025
Find your calling at Mercy! The Executive Director of Payor Relations & Contracting leads the strategic direction of managed care contracting across our Mercy Arkansas footprint. This role oversees contract negotiations, rate structures, and reimbursement strategies to support financial performance and growth.The role involves collaboration internal departments and senior leadership to resolve operational issues and improve processes. The position also manages reporting,and contract administration across Mercy-wide initiatives that involve Managed Care. Strong leadership and deep expertise in managed care are essential to drive success in this role. Position Details: Qualifications: Location: Resides in Northwest Arkansas or Fort Smith Education: Bachelors Degree required, Masters preferred Experience: A minimum 5 years of Hospital/Physician, Payor, and/or Direct Employer contracting experience in a competitive health care market. Proven ability to relate well with Payor and Employer leadership. Progressive experience in health care and Payor/Insurance related business and contracting activities. Extensive experience in negotiation payor rates and performance/incentive programs. Good working knowledge employer benefit plans, payment structure/principles of hospital, physician, and ancillary entities. Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.