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Join a Company That Puts People Firstand Wins Awards Doing It! At Aveanna, were proud to create a workplace where you feel valued, supported, and inspired. Heres what sets us apart: Award-Winning Workplace Recognized for Best Leadership, Best Diversity, Best Company for Women, Best Career Growth, Work-Life Balance, Happiness, and Top-Rated Outlook in 2025. Proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership. Connection & Support Employee Connection Groups: Spaces to share experiences and build community. Social Circles: Connect over shared interestsbooks, music, movies, and more. At Aveanna, your well-being matters. Thats why on Wellness Wednesday's, we give you tools to recharge, reset and refocus. Inclusive Growth Open learning sessions for all employeesbecause we grow stronger together. Aveanna Cares Service with Heart Every year, we pause for our Month of Service, giving you the chance to volunteer in your local communityon the clock and with your team. Its a powerful way to give back, connect, and live our values beyond the workplace. Real Help When You Need It Most Through the Aveanna Employee Relief Fund, we stand by each other during lifes toughest momentsoffering financial assistance to teammates facing unexpected hardships. Because here, care goes beyond the job description. Position Overview As a key member of Aveannas contracting department, the Contracts Specialist is responsible for the review, negotiation and maintenance of contracts and timely communication of terms to key stakeholders within the organization. Key Results Expected: Prepare template contracts to support business operations. Review and finalize any revisions to templates requested by the contracting party. Review and analyze third party contracts for compliance with company guidelines and operational/financial risks. Negotiate acceptable language. Communicate key terms and potential risks to stakeholders, seeking approval of non-standard terms as appropriate. Collaborate with internal compliance, legal, billing, people services and other departments as needed to ensure adherence to contract terms. Maintains project status of end-to-end contract lifecycle in company contract management system advising key stakeholders on project status and issues that may impact relationship with contracting party. Ensures contract execution in accordance with company policy and all required documentation is received and filed. Provides contract summary, communicates, and distributes finalized contracts and amendments to appropriate internal areas of the organization. Manages and supports completion of RFPs in accordance with company policy. Collaborate with revenue cycle management to ensure proper implementation of contract terms into various billing systems. Ensure integrity of data entered into contract management system. Acts as liaison to internal and external customers to respond to inquiries regarding contracts, contract process and resolve any contract issues, collaborating with key stakeholders as appropriate. Sharing and clarifying contract processes and details with operations and sales staff. Minimum Requirements: College degree required or equivalent experience in Contract Management preferably in a healthcare provider setting. Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail. Effective oral and written communication skills. Results driven with ability to self-direct and work independently showing initiative while seeking guidance when appropriate. Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload and be flexible in a fast-paced environment. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated strength in computer software, e.g., MS Office; internet-based research; experience with contract management system preferred.Other Skills/AbilitiesMust be able to adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all timesQuick-thinking and astute decision making skillsAttention to detailTime ManagementEffective problem-solving and conflict resolutionExcellent organization and communication skillsAbility to remain calm and professional in stressful situationsStrong commitment to clinical excellencePhysical RequirementsMust be able to speak, write, read and understand EnglishMust be able to travel; company does not provide vehicles or transportationMust be able to frequently life 25 pounds; occasionally 50 poundsProlonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twistingMust be able to sit and climb stairsMust have visual and hearing acuityMust have strong sense of smell and touchEnvironmentPerforms duties in an office environment during agency operating hoursMust be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditionsOther DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.