Health Policy Analyst, Medicaid - The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

The Health Policy Analyst partners with the Senior Manager, Health Policy, Medicaid and Marketplace to provide the expert input, strategic management of a portfolio of health policy regulations, including Medicaid payment and coverage policies related to obstetric and gynecologic care. Utilize the outcomes of health policy team members from federal policies to develop advocacy campaigns for state issues that impact our members and initiate outreach to ACOG members to garner engagement in advocacy opportunities. Collaborates with the Senior Manager to manage multiple policy portfolios which may include physician payment, quality payment programs, alternative payment models and value-based payment, pharmaceuticals and devices, workforce issues, and research and grant funding related to public health. Maintain a current understanding of regulatory practice requirements in a rapidly changing field of obstetrics and gynecology, and act as a liaison among internal ACOG teams to ensure that work is being successfully communicated to members. Represents ACOG in meetings with external stakeholders when needed.

Cover Letter Required

Note: This position is considered Hybrid and will need to commute to ACOG's office located in Washington, D.C.

• Provide regulatory and health policy expertise for the analysis and advocacy of state and federal regulatory initiatives related to Medicaid payment, coverage and eligibility.
• Identify and evaluate federal and state health regulations and perform research, writing and analysis utilizing peer-reviewed literature, quantitative and qualitative data, to support advocacy for change.
• Monitor multiple health policy portfolios of analysis and advocacy activities independently, including outreach and engagement with Medicaid and Medicaid Managed Care Organizations, other related federal and state government agencies.
• Suggest policy and advocacy strategy recommendations to supervisor, including the support of implementing such efforts to support ACOG’s policy agenda.
• Draft letters to external policymakers and serve as the expert for assigned portfolios, providing recommendations and updates to ACOG personnel and committees.
• Foster positive relationships and lobby federal and state government officials and staff to actively engage and advocate with them.
• Monitor key environmental and political trends to support the activities of the Federal and State Affairs teams by providing policy analysis, recommendations, and attending meetings with representatives as the policy expert.
• Coordinate the submission, implementation, and dissemination of educational resources and coordinate the educational offerings with members of the team, including determination of the appropriate platform/media, submission of appropriate continuing education applications, budget management, and marketing of the products.
• Assist with the development, editing and marketing of advocacy promotion plans, including social media content and other electronic media resources, presentations, email blasts, newsletters, fact sheets, posters, tool kits, and other materials, in collaboration with leadership and appropriate ACOG teams. Share promotional materials and activities with outside organizations as applicable.
• Attend external and internal meetings and provide recommendations via presentations and written materials.
• Assist with questions for internal and external partners, including members, on relevant legislative and regulatory issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:
• Foundational knowledge of ob-gyn health topics and terminology preferred.
• Experience with research platforms and member engagement platforms preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, including ability to project manage.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to exercise independent judgment, prioritize and implement multiple projects, and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.
• Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends, a travel, sometimes overnight.

Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in health policy, political science, or other related fields required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 4 years of experience working in public health, health policy research, and/or federal or state regulatory analysis required.
• Experience in policy analysis, legal and/or governmental policy documents, technical writing for legislation and regulations required. Expertise in Medicaid payment and coverage highly preferred.

Policy Portfolio:
• Medicaid, including the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMCS), the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI), and state and territory Medicaid fee-for-service programs and Medicaid Managed Care programs.
• Medicaid waivers (e.g., 1115) submitted by state Medicaid programs and approved by CMCS.
• Alternative payment models developed by CMMI and/or state Medicaid programs.
• Coverage of obstetric and gynecologic services by all Medicaid programs.
• Eligibility and enrollment policies for Medicaid beneficiaries.
• Medicaid Managed Care Organization (MCOs)

Home to more than 61,000 health care professionals, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is a membership organization leading advancement to improve the lives of all people seeking obstetric and gynecologic care, their families, and communities. When you become part of the ACOG team, your part of an organization that values communicating evidence-based, peer-reviewed information about women’s health to members and the general public. ACOG supports its members by maintaining authoritative clinical guidance, providing continuing medical education resources, patient education materials and more. Together with our members, we are working to transform the future of health by delivering a compelling member experience, supporting the ob-gyn profession, and advocating for improved health for all people seeking obstetric and gynecologic care, their families, and communities. 

Compensation

The base salary for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, ACOG offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the perks outlined below. 

Our Perks

Paid Parental Leave – Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace –  Flexible work schedule –  Commuting Allowance – Generous Paid Time Off – Holiday Pay – Life Insurance – Community Volunteering Opportunities – Generous 401(k) Company Contributions – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Learning Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement – Company-Sponsored Team Outings – and more!

ACOG is an EEO employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. As a federal government contractor and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Executive Orders, the College takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees covered are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable law. For more information about your equal employment opportunity rights, please view this poster: EEO is the Law. The College also participates in E-Verify.