Always Compassionate Health · 2 days ago
Senior Vice President of Contracts & External Relations
Melville, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
12+ years expAlways Compassionate Health is seeking a Senior Vice President of Contracts & External Relations who will play a critical role in shaping the strategic direction of the organization’s external partnerships and regulatory engagement. The SVP will develop and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders and lead negotiations with payors while overseeing contract management and regulatory affairs.
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Hiring Manager
James D'Agostino
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain productive relationships with key external stakeholders, including patient advocacy groups, community stakeholders, public health officials, and regulatory bodies at the state and county levels
Serve as the organization’s primary liaison to government officials and agencies, ensuring compliance with regulations and proactive engagement on health care policy changes
Lead negotiations with payors, including health insurance companies, to secure favorable reimbursement rates and contract terms
Direct the negotiation, execution, and administration of high-value contracts with public and private payors, government agencies, and other strategic partners
Develop contracting strategies to optimize financial and operational outcomes while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards
Oversee contract lifecycle management, ensuring timely renewals, amendments, and compliance tracking
Monitor and influence regulatory and policy developments at the state and county levels to align organizational strategies with external requirements
Advise senior leadership on potential regulatory risks and opportunities
Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to mitigate risks and ensure adherence to health care laws and regulations
Represent the organization at industry and community forums, legislative hearings, and health care policy discussions
Develop and execute strategies for engaging patient advocacy groups to support initiatives that foster trust and improve patient access, experience, and outcomes
Strengthen the organization's brand as a trusted health care leader through strategic communication and collaboration efforts
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team focused on contracts, external relations, and regulatory affairs
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation within the department
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, public health, health administration, or a related field required; advanced degree strongly preferred
Minimum of 12-15 years of senior leadership experience in health care contracting, external relations, regulatory affairs, or a related function
Proven track record of successful contract negotiations with payors and government entities
Deep understanding of New York State health care regulations, policy landscape, and payer dynamics
Strong network within health care regulatory agencies, insurance payors, and patient advocacy groups
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Strategic mindset with the ability to balance high-level vision with operational execution
Company
Always Compassionate Health
Always Compassionate Health, one of the more progressive health organizations in the state of New York, provides the highest quality community-based services, combined with the technological capacity to enhance an individual’s quality of life.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
The Philadelphia Inquirer
2025-08-14
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