Provider Compensation Manager

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste. Job Description And Position Requirements Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Summary The Provider Compensation Manager serves as the organization's subject matter expert and operational leader for physician and advanced practice provider (APP) compensation strategy, administration, analytics, and governance. Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer, this position is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of provider compensation programs that support the organization's strategic, operational, financial, and workforce objectives. The Manager serves as the business owner of the Provider Compensation platform and is accountable for the integrity of provider compensation data, compensation modeling, market benchmarking, provider offer development, contract administration support, and compensation governance processes. This position partners closely with STPN leadership, Finance, Legal, Compliance, Physician Recruitment, Payroll, and executive leadership to ensure provider compensation programs are competitive, transparent, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals. The Manager provides strategic guidance regarding physician and APP compensation trends, productivity models, recruitment and retention strategies, and emerging market practices impacting provider compensation. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Healthcare Administration, or related field required. Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in provider compensation, healthcare finance, physician contracting, workforce analytics, provider operations, or a related field. Experience administering physician compensation programs and productivity-based compensation models required. Experience with provider compensation software platforms, such as Hallmark Heisenberg II, Clinician Nexus, SullivanCotter PPMT, or similar systems preferred. Thorough understanding of physician and APP compensation methodologies, productivity metrics, and incentive structures. Knowledge of healthcare provider compensation benchmarks and market survey data. Understanding of regulatory considerations affecting provider compensation. Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. Ability to communicate complex compensation concepts to executive, physician, and operational audiences. Strong project management and organizational skills. Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality. Accurate and timely administration of provider compensation programs. Effective ownership and optimization of the provider compensation platform. Competitive, market-informed provider compensation offers and recommendations. Strong provider compensation governance and audit readiness. High-quality executive reporting and decision support. Positive partnerships with physician leaders, executives, Finance, Legal, Compliance, and Human Resources. Advancement of strategic workforce and provider compensation objectives. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree (MBA, MHA, MPH, or related discipline) preferred. Experience working with Epic, Workday, and healthcare data environments preferred. Experience supporting executive leadership, physician leadership, or governance committees preferred. Physical Demands Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting, or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) – reaching Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, handling/feeling Employment Employment at St. Tammany Health System requires adherence to mission, vision, and values. Equal Opportunity Employer St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr