Policy Analyst

Position Description:

The Policy Analyst provides policy and health care market research, monitoring, legislative analysis, regulatory analysis, and strategic support on client matters. The ability to pursue research questions, analyze complex and evolving trends, and synthesize and communicate findings (written and verbal) in a fast-paced environment is a core requirement of the position. The candidate must have excellent writing and communication skills and the ability to present complex information to internal and external audiences with varying backgrounds and in a variety of formats, ranging from PowerPoint presentations and short summaries to detailed memos and white papers.

Additionally, it will be important for the Analyst to work cohesively with the team, stay organized in the face of shifting priorities, and work independently under tight deadlines. Clients include some of the top health plans, provider organizations, industry coalitions and associations, Fortune 100 companies, and U.S. and international health care innovators. The position is based in our Washington, D.C. office.

Salary Range:

$61,000 – $91,000 (annual base). Final compensation will be commensurate with education and experience.

Responsibilities:

• Work as a part of a team to provide analysis to clients on various aspects of health care policy, market and economic trends, regulations, legislation, and operations.
• Monitor and analyze evolving health care issues and related reports and synthesize and track trends for the team.
• Support the development of updates for external stakeholders, with the help of content experts, as necessary.
• Conduct background research and data analysis as necessary to support development of health policy and strategic business materials.
• Research and support development of client-facing materials, including drafting and editing written materials for clients, such as formal papers, memos, PowerPoints, and comment letters.
• Draft summaries of key legislation, regulation, hearings, industry meetings, and guidance.
• Assist in coordination and planning of client meetings.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Additional 2–5 years of experience and/or applicable graduate degree in health care policy preferred.
• Broad understanding of dynamics of health care policy and the sector’s trends; health care industry experience and/or relevant coursework.
• Understanding of how health care is financed and delivered in the U.S., in particular under Medicaid, Duals programs, HCBS/LTSS/MLTSS, and other community-based supports.
• Knowledge of a range of health care policy issues and programs such as Medicare Advantage, Medicare FFS, exchange markets, employer health plans, health care reform, life sciences, mental health, and quality measurement.
• Interest in advancing constructive and innovative changes to the health care system.
• Strong research and analytical skills with attention to detail and familiarity with health care data sources.
• Experience monitoring, summarizing, and analyzing federal legislation, regulations, rules, and guidance.
• Experience and working knowledge of state-based health and social services and supports programs.
• Excellent writing and communication skills and the ability to present complex information to internal and external audiences with varying backgrounds and in a variety of formats, ranging from PowerPoint presentations and short summaries to detailed memos and white papers.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Self-managed with proven skills to use initiative and time management to prioritize work and deliver results.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and juggle multiple activities and priorities with tight deadlines.
• Professional, positive, client-facing demeanor and presence, including the ability to handle confidential information.
• Must have a desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and to meet the needs of multiple clients as they arise.

How to Apply:

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to [email protected], and indicate “Policy Analyst” in the subject line. Applicants not providing salary requirements will not be considered. The position is based in our Washington, D.C. office.