Assists the Director of Federal Relations and the Vice President for Public Policy and Government Relations in forwarding the Joint Commission's government relations agenda by; 1) establishing and maintaining relationships with legislators, federal and state officials, and their staff; 2) helping to ensure that public policy makers understand and appreciate the Joint Commission's contribution to national goals for quality and safe care; 3) identifying opportunities to add new, or improve upon existing, partnerships with federal agencies; and 4) helping to implement the Joint Commission's advocacy agenda.
Requirements: Five to seven years experience in the health care field, including clinical experience as an RN, PA or other healthcare professional and demonstrated experience as an author of documents that relate to health care policy, health economics, or quality of health care. Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree is preferred. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of regulatory, governmental and public representatives concerning health care issues and analyze documents, synthesize information, and develop policy recommendations. Written and oral communication skills necessary to effectively present information and ideas in proposals, position papers, written communications and speeches. Interpersonal skills necessary to participate in negotiations with individuals outside The Joint Commission.
Excellent benefits include: 3 weeks vacation, generous holiday and personal day schedule, flextime, 401K with company match, company paid retirement plan.
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