Contract Analyst - Yuma Regional Medical Center : Job Details

Summary:

The Contract Analyst reflects the purpose, pillars and values of Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC), adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The essential purpose of this job position is to provide legal support services for system procurement and contracting. This generally includes review of contracts for goods and services, and administration/management of the contracting process. The Contract Analyst will work closely with leaders in YRMC' s matrixed organization to ensure successful contracting outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Apply critical thinking, triage problems and questions effectively, communicate clearly and concisely, understand and apply best practices.
• Assist in the ongoing development, implementation, and administration of a system wide plan for procurement (contracting for the purchase of goods and services).
• Key procurement responsibilities are to review and manage contracts, requiring:
• Knowledge of routine contract drafting and commercial legal issues, with good judgment in identifying legal issues requiring elevation and resolution by appropriate attorney;
• Ability to review and resolve contract issues and concerns in relation to core YRMC contracting positions;
• Ability to maintain and manage YRMC template contracts, and recommend changes based on procurement process changes;
• Compliance with the YRMC procurement process and providing education in relation to same to affected leaders and associates;
• Strong working relationships with internal YRMC leaders to support and effectuate the contracting process;
• Process contracts received for legal review ensuring budget and capital purchase requirements are met/followed, final contract terms are reasonable and acceptable, and that final contracts are executed by authorized leaders;
• Utilization of MediTract, an electronic contract compliance resource, that houses and organizes YRMC contracts.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate Degree
• Two (2) years' experience as paralegal in law firm or corporate setting, with contract/commercial experience.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and problems at one time with poise and skill.
• Ability to take direction, but also operate independently and be proactive.

Preferred:

• Bachelor Degree
• Health care related experience.
• Experience with MediTract software application.

Why Yuma Regional Medical Center?

Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is located in Yuma, AZ. Our purpose is building a healthier tomorrow. We strive by putting patients first as they are the center of every decision and action we take. YRMC is rooted in the community by living and breathing the dynamic nature of our region. Being committed to progress by constantly and consistently advancing healthcare, creating meaningful experiences and improving the lives of everyone around us.

Our Values

Bring Kindness | Achieve Together | Aspire For Better | Do The Right Thing | Lead With Optimism |

About Yuma, AZ

Named by the Guinness World Records as the Sunniest City on Earth with winters averaging temperatures of 70 degrees, sunny days and cooler nights.

Yuma, Arizona is a place to explore the great outdoors with hiking, jet skiing, boating and off-roading. Don't forget to soak up the sun at the great Colorado River or one of Yuma's many lakes.

Yuma is centrally located in Southwest Arizona, within a short drive to many popular attractions and destinations.

Bring your skills to one of the sunniest places on earth - Yuma, AZ!