CareerPlan

Provider Contracting Manager - Cigna Healthcare - Hybrid/Illinois

Chicago, IL, USFull-time$92k–$153k2026-10-06 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Develops strategic direction and manages day-to-day contracting and network management activities for a given territory within Illinois, focusing on fee-for-service and value-based reimbursements.

Role type

Provider Contracting Manager

Builds

Provider networks and contracts for Cigna Healthcare in Illinois

Domain

Healthcare / Insurance

Required skills

Contract negotiation, relationship management, financial acumen, reimbursement methodology knowledge, contract administration, problem solving, strategic positioning, network analytics support, change management, data analysis

Preferred skills

MBA or MHA, incentive-based model knowledge, clinical informatics understanding, formal presentation skills

Technologies

Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Manage complex contracting and negotiations with hospitals and provider groups; Build and nurture provider partnerships; Initiate and maintain communication with matrix partners (Claims, Medical Management, Legal, etc.); Develop strategic positioning for provider contracting; Create and manage HCP agreements; Analyze financial impact of provider contracts; Resolve escalated provider service complaints; Guide less experienced specialists.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC with some mentorship