Dianne C. Johnson
Livingston,TX
Summary
Results-driven Contract Specialist enhancing contract efficiency and compliance in healthcare settings. Expertise in contract negotiation and risk assessment, coupled with strong team leadership and stakeholder engagement skills. Focused on optimizing performance and driving operational success through effective contract management strategies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Specialist V-Administrative Team Lead
State of Texas - Texas Workforce Commission
Austin, TX
11.2022 - 01.2025
- Oversaw contract portfolio encompassing multiple agencies with total value exceeding $685 million.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions, optimizing contract value.
- Reviewed contracts ensuring compliance with state regulations and agency policies, minimizing legal risks.
- Monitored contract performance to identify and address potential issues or discrepancies, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations.
- Collaborated with internal teams to gather necessary documentation for contract execution.
- Facilitated training sessions on procurement policies for staff members.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for contract management processes.
- Direct contracting team overseeing portfolio of 2028 federal and state government contracts.
Division Director, Contract Administration
HCA
Denver, CO
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Directed operational strategies to enhance service delivery across multiple healthcare facilities, resulting in improved patient satisfaction and care outcomes.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to align departmental goals with organizational objectives.
- Managed budgets and resource allocation, ensuring optimal utilization of resources to support departmental initiatives.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to maintain compliance with quality care protocols and enhance team accountability.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline operations and reduce waste in services.
- Directed centralized contracting program for continental division, supporting fifteen hospitals across two states.
Managed team of contract administrators and paralegals to ensure efficient contract processing.
Oversaw end-to-end contract lifecycle from negotiation through execution.
Streamlined processes to enhance contract compliance and operational efficiency. - Executed streamlined contract system enhancing input review and approval processes for contracts, resulting in 80% reduction in monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting preparation time.
Manager, Contracting and Development
HCA Physician Services Group
Dallas, TX
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Managed contracting operations across 50+ healthcare facilities, driving 30% improvement in contract efficiency and effectiveness
- Oversaw contracts for 100+ practice acquisitions, streamlining processes to ensure timely execution and compliance.
- Partnered with finance team to guarantee accurate payment calculations for contract portfolio exceeding $100M, improving financial precision.
- Facilitated negotiations and development of 40+ competitive employment packages for physicians, improving team morale and aligning compensation with market standards.
- Coordinated Fair Market Valuations (FMV) for a broad range of physician specialties, maintaining compliance and accurate valuation.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to uphold healthcare standards, enhancing service delivery and patient satisfaction.
- Uncovered and secured up to $10m of accrued receivables by revealing incomplete contracts and unpaid services, enhancing financial performance.
Sr. Contracts Manager
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
Dallas, TX
12.2017 - 10.2018
- Spearheaded reorganization of Tenet contract administrators into a centralized location, collaborating with leadership and business teams to establish strategic goals while building a cohesive team of current employees and new hires under Tenet Legal Department oversight.
- Recruited and trained a high-performing team of eighty-five contract administrators, enhancing workforce skills and motivation.
- Managed contract lifecycle, ensuring timely renewals and amendments.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and mitigating legal risks.
- Facilitated a smooth transition by serving as a liaison between the Law Department and facilities, ensuring a 100% compliance rate with legal requirements during the contracting reorganization.
Contract Manager
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
Templeton, CA
12.2012 - 12.2017
- Managed contract negotiations for healthcare services and vendor agreements.
- Coordinated with legal team to align contract terms with organizational policies and mitigate potential risks.
- Developed and reviewed compliance documents, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards for healthcare contracts.
- Analyzed contract performance to identify areas for improvement and risk management.
- Collaborated with department heads to ensure contract terms supported and advanced operational goals.
- Led training sessions on contract management processes for new staff members.
- Oversaw the maintenance of contract databases to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders regarding contract updates and expirations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Legal Sttudies
California State University
Monterey, CA05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-1991
J.D. - Law
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CASkills
- Contract negotiation and drafting
- Contract compliance and administration
- Risk assessment and regulatory compliance
- Performance evaluation and project management
- Process improvement and workflow management
- Proposal writing and management
- Stakeholder engagement and communication
- Team leadership and effective communication
- Research and analysis
Certification
- CTCM-Certified Texas Contract Manager, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
- CTCD-Certified Texas Contract Developer, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
- CPC-Certified Professional Coder, AAPC
- CPB-Certified Professional Biller, AAPC
Timeline
Contract Specialist V-Administrative Team Lead
State of Texas - Texas Workforce Commission
11.2022 - 01.2025
Division Director, Contract Administration
HCA
10.2021 - 10.2022
Manager, Contracting and Development
HCA Physician Services Group
10.2018 - 10.2021
Sr. Contracts Manager
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
12.2017 - 10.2018
Contract Manager
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
12.2012 - 12.2017
Associate of Arts - Legal Sttudies
California State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Kansas State University
J.D. - Law
Pepperdine University