What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Analyst - Legal Department - FT - Days - MHS position at Memorial Healthcare System?
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Summary
The Contract Analyst is responsible for analyzing, drafting, negotiating complex contracts to ensure compliance with Memorial’s policies, departmental protocols, legal requirements, regulatory standards, and business objectives. This role involves conducting thorough contract reviews, identifying risks, drafting and amending contract language, and collaborating with internal stakeholders, including legal, procurement, and finance teams.
Responsibilities
Applies strong analytical, and legal drafting skills to develop precise, compliant contractual documents while meeting or exceeding key performance indicators.Provides proactive updates and guidance to internal clients throughout the contract drafting stages and lifecycle to ensure transparency and progress.Conducts due diligence by collaborating with Legal, Compliance, and Business teams to ensure alignment with legal and organizational policies.Interprets and explains contract terms clearly to non-legal internal stakeholders to support informed decision-making.Maintains deep knowledge of healthcare and government contracting laws to ensure regulatory and policy compliance.Demonstrates expert proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management software to optimize workflow accuracy and efficiency.Collaborates with internal stakeholders to incorporate feedback and align contract language with business preferences.Monitors regulatory changes to align internal processes and policies with evolving legal and industry standards.Ensures accurate data entry and maintenance of contract records in compliance with organizational policies.Trains and supports new team members, sharing best practices and tools for effective contract administration.
Competencies
ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOPS RELATIONSHIPS, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, MANAGE BUSINESS PRIORITIES, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education And Certification Requirements
Masters (Required)
Additional Job Information
Complexity of Work: This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and expertise in contract law, as well as effective communication, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently. The incumbent must be able to perform effectively under pressure and take appropriate action when necessary. Required Work Experience: Three (3) years of “hands on” contract experience required, preferably in healthcare. Other Information: Additional Education Information: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field required; Master's degree or Juris Doctorate preferred
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements
Days
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.
Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.
We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.
Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net
Summary
The Contract Analyst is responsible for analyzing, drafting, negotiating complex contracts to ensure compliance with Memorial’s policies, departmental protocols, legal requirements, regulatory standards, and business objectives. This role involves conducting thorough contract reviews, identifying risks, drafting and amending contract language, and collaborating with internal stakeholders, including legal, procurement, and finance teams.
Responsibilities
Applies strong analytical, and legal drafting skills to develop precise, compliant contractual documents while meeting or exceeding key performance indicators.Provides proactive updates and guidance to internal clients throughout the contract drafting stages and lifecycle to ensure transparency and progress.Conducts due diligence by collaborating with Legal, Compliance, and Business teams to ensure alignment with legal and organizational policies.Interprets and explains contract terms clearly to non-legal internal stakeholders to support informed decision-making.Maintains deep knowledge of healthcare and government contracting laws to ensure regulatory and policy compliance.Demonstrates expert proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management software to optimize workflow accuracy and efficiency.Collaborates with internal stakeholders to incorporate feedback and align contract language with business preferences.Monitors regulatory changes to align internal processes and policies with evolving legal and industry standards.Ensures accurate data entry and maintenance of contract records in compliance with organizational policies.Trains and supports new team members, sharing best practices and tools for effective contract administration.
Competencies
ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOPS RELATIONSHIPS, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, MANAGE BUSINESS PRIORITIES, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education And Certification Requirements
Masters (Required)
Additional Job Information
Complexity of Work: This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and expertise in contract law, as well as effective communication, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently. The incumbent must be able to perform effectively under pressure and take appropriate action when necessary. Required Work Experience: Three (3) years of “hands on” contract experience required, preferably in healthcare. Other Information: Additional Education Information: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field required; Master's degree or Juris Doctorate preferred
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements
- Bending and Stooping = 40%
- Climbing = 0%
- Keyboard Entry = 80%
- Kneeling = 0%
- Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
- Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Reaching = 0%
- Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
- Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
- Running = 0%
- Sitting = 60%
- Squatting = 0%
- Standing = 60%
- Walking = 60%
- Audible Speech = 80%
- Hearing Acuity = 80%
- Smelling Acuity = 0%
- Taste Discrimination = 0%
- Depth Perception = 60%
- Distinguish Color = 60%
- Seeing - Far = 60%
- Seeing - Near = 60%
- Bio hazardous Waste = 0%
- Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 0%
- Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 0%
- Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 0%
- Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 0%
- Asbestos = 0%
- Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
- Dust = 40%
- Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0%
- Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
- Hazardous Medication = 0%
- Latex = 0%
- Computer Monitor = 80%
- Domestic Animals = 0%
- Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
- Fire Risk = 0%
- Hazardous Noise = 0%
- Heating Devices = 0%
- Hypoxia = 0%
- Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
- Magnetic Fields = 0%
- Moving Mechanical Parts = 0%
- Needles/Sharp Objects = 0%
- Potential Electric Shock = 0%
- Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
- Radiation = 0%
- Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
- Unprotected Heights = 0%
- Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 0%
Days
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.
Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.
We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.
Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net