Manager Contract Services

2 weeks ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Full time
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

Olympia Center

Job Description

This is a mid-level position in Contracting. Under minimal supervision, drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts of all types, to identify and mitigate contractual risk issues for the procurement of goods and services for Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center and its affiliates (collectively, the "Medical Center"). This role is responsible for contracts of high complexity in an extremely fast paced environment, where accuracy and attention to detail are critical. This position works closely with, and effectively interacts with, all members of the Legal Services team as well all levels within the organization. Employs knowledge and skills necessary to recommend and support the development of ongoing process improvements for contract management within the Department and organization.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Acts as the primary point of contact for assigned contracts involving the Medical Center (excluding payor contracts and contracts for the Office of Sponsored Programs), including new arrangements, amendments and renewals. Contract types include but are not limited to Purchase Agreements, Consignment Agreements, Software Agreements, Consulting Agreements, Services Agreements, Collaboration Agreements, Event Agreements and Lab Services Agreement.
  • Works independently, and with a high degree of accuracy, to review, draft, negotiate and execute contracts of varying complexity, ensuring terms are consistent with Medical Center policies and Legal Services accepted standards and practices.
  • Works collaboratively with all levels within the organization to advise on contractual negotiations, recommendations and processes.
  • Engages with outside parties to negotiate contractual terms in various forms of media, including telephone, video conferences and email.
  • Analyze contractual language of existing agreements to advise internal stakeholders on contractual requirements.
  • Reviews and understands organizational business needs and requirements and ensures that they are appropriately addressed in the business and legal terms in all contracts negotiated to provide appropriate protection of the Medical Center.
  • Collaborates with the Director of Contracting, attorneys in the Legal Services Department, Risk Management, Corporate Compliance Office and Privacy Office as needed on specialized contract reviews.
  • Maintains an in-depth knowledge of the functionality of the contract repository system and creates and generates reports on a routine and as needed basis for organizational and external regulatory requirements including: (a) Corporate Compliance auditing and monitoring, and (b) timely access to current and complete information for all Business Associate Agreements.
  • Assess whether business practices are consistent with contract terms, and support termination of contracts process.
  • Maintains and utilizes a library of contract templates for frequently used documents, collaborating with the Legal Services Department and Director of Contracting to ensure standardized language complies with current legal and regulatory requirements and Medical Center policies.
  • Identifies areas of potential department improvement and, in collaboration with Director of Contracting, implements successful remediation.
  • Provides services in accordance with all organizational and Departmental policies and procedures.
  • Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.
  • Other job functions as assigned by Director of Contracting or other members of the Legal Services Department.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Minimum of Bachelor's Degree required. Paralegal certification required.
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience directly related to the position, including mid-level proficiency in contract review, drafting, negotiation and management, preferably in an IT and/or healthcare environment.
  • Competent interpersonal and interdisciplinary communication, organizational skills, and efficient time management skills; demonstrates a high level of professionalism.
  • Ability for independent decision making, problem solving and self-directed workflow.
  • Ability to read and interpret complex contractual agreements in an extremely fast paced environment, including managing high volumes of projects and negotiations simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Must be able to prioritize, organize and assess work in order to meet aggressive deadlines. Ability to complete work with a high level of accuracy.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, Medical Center leadership, and end users both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to effectively utilize computer word processing and spreadsheet software, as well as experience with contract management systems and e-signature software.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity in all aspects of interactions with internal and external business parties.
  • Ability to organize information and resources, effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks, and the ability to get things performed through, with and by people.
  • Remote candidates will be considered.
Education
Bachelor's Degree: Law (Required)

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:
  • Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
  • Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Tuition assistance
  • Student loan servicing and support
  • Adoption benefits
  • Backup Childcare and Eldercare
  • Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
  • Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities
  • Discount purchasing program
There's a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children's we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints - recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children's and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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