Director of Contracting
ESRhealthcareSanta Barbara, California, United States
Posted January 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
ESRhealthcare is a staffing firm that connects qualified professionals with executive, healthcare, and IT positions. They provide executive, medical, IT, and special staffing placements, leveraging a broad network of partners to source real job opportunities. Candidates undergo rigorous pre‑screening to ensure optimal matches, and the firm maintains strict confidentiality by submitting personal data only after client approval. ESRhealthcare’s proactive communication and 24/7 availability keep candidates informed throughout the search, while they avoid contacting current employers, focusing on references once a suitable role is identified.
Job Description
Director of Contracting to oversee and manage all payer contracting for the organization's diverse healthcare entities, ensuring the continued financial health and alignment of Cottage Health with evolving market trends.
Requirements
- Strategic Leadership: Spearhead the development, negotiation, and management of payer contracts across all Cottage Health entities
- Executive Liaison: Cultivate and maintain robust, high-level relationships with key stakeholders
- Market Intelligence & Integration: Provide executive leadership with timely, comprehensive updates on trends and developments in the managed care landscape
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with senior leaders across health system administration, legal, revenue cycle, compliance, and population health management teams