Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Join an organization at the forefront of improving health by transforming care through centering® groups
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Director of advocacy & government affairs*
The centering healthcare institute (chi) actively seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the populations we aim to serve and the communities where we workChi encourages multiple perspectives and experiences and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforceOur employees are passionate, curious and eager for the challenge of changing healthcare.
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About centering healthcare institute*
With over two decades of experience working closely with healthcare providers from all sectors, we have developed, championed, and spread access to the centering group care modelOur team provides implementation support to guide healthcare practices through every step of the system redesign to build a foundation for a successful, sustainable practiceWe have developed curricula and patient materials, and our facilitation training offers a variety of skill-building and interactive learning activities that prepare facilitators to lead engaging, relationship-centered groupsWe offer practice management and support tools, and site accreditation for model fidelity and quality assuranceWe are engaged in advocacy efforts for payment reform and community outreach to achieve the quadruple aim of better health, better care, lower cost, and provider satisfactionLeadership, innovation, and collaboration are at the heart of our success.
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Position summary*
The director of advocacy & government affairs works with states, policymakers, practice sites, employers, payers, and all other stakeholders to support the sustainability of the centering model and anchor centering in emerging value-based payment modelsThis position is familiar with the health care payment learning & action network (hcplan or lan) hierarchy of alternative payment models (apms)This position works collaboratively with stakeholders and chi colleagues in a shared mission to lower care costs, improve patient experiences and outcomes, reduce the barriers to apm participation, and promote shared accountability.
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Director of advocacy & government affairs responsibilities*
Maintains subject matter expertise on alternative payment models and contracting options, provides general support for practices in transitioning to value-based care, and a library of tools and supports
Tracks current and emerging federal and state health policy that would impact payment and sustainability for centering
Integrates centering model into chi’s health equity policy efforts and in alignment with federal and state strategic goals
Provides strategic guidance and planning to chi in promoting centering as a value-based care option in the overall context of population health improvement
Works with commercial payers and state medicaid programs to promote enhanced payment for centering model of care; often managing activities in multiple states at a time
Provides technical support for lobbyists and other avenues to influence development of state and federal policy
Develops / participates in state coalitions with other advocacy groups to promote value-based and alternative payment models with the goals of reducing costs, improving quality of care, enhancing patient experience and promoting sustainability through value-based care
Works with fqhcs and primary care associations to demonstrate feasibility of adopting centering and enhanced payments within the prospective payment system regulations
Works with providers and provider association groups to promote centering as a value-based care strategy for achieving health outcomes
Provides education for stakeholders on value-based care and alternative payment models generally and relevance of centering specifically
Works with chief strategy officer to develop strategies and tools to assist practice sites that have adopted centering to transition to value-based payment arrangements
Collaborates with chief strategy on state and federal opportunities to advance centering’s position in the payment policy landscape
Receives reports and feedback from billing/coding ta expert and develops strategies to align enhanced payment among various payers
Prepares testimony, comment letters and similar deliverables to articulate chi’s position on payment issues
Collaborates with and consistently updates regional directors of business development and technical assistance managers covering active states
Reviews literature supporting outcomes for centering and other aligned models of care that demonstrates outcomes in support of the triple aim
Supports stakeholders in research design and execution of research studies related to demonstrating value of centering model of care
Works collaboratively with and supports all teams in the organization including sales, implementation advisors, provider service representatives and technical assistance staff
Helps develop communication tools suitable for wide variety of stakeholders to promote the value of centering model and importance of payment
Provides periodic summary reports to chi leadership payer landscape and regulations
Performs all other duties as assigned
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Additional * responsibilities
Serves as principal subject matter expert and advisor to chi for value-based care
Advocates for state-level policy changes that enhance payment for and sustainability of centering model
Provides strategic planning to chi and national stakeholders in support of the centering model
Advises chief executive officer and chief strategy officer on issues pertaining to value-based care
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Experience, education, skills and abilities
Successful track record in advancing payment policy initiatives at the state level
Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, public policy or business
Master’s degree in healthcare administration, policy, public health or related field (preferred)
7+ years of progressive experience in state policy, stakeholder engagement, contracting, and healthcare administration
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders with varying levels of sophistication in value-based care for prolonged periods to achieve policy goals
Strong project management skills
Solid time management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Superior interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task and adhere to strict deadlines
Capable of handling confidential information in a discrete manner
Ability to work extended hours when deadlines are approaching
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Work aids and equipment used*
Computer, printer, copier, scanner, fax, telephone, web conferencing.
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Working conditions*
Work is sedentary in nature and performed in a remote office environmentOccasional travel to various venues to meet with stakeholders or practice sitesInvolves frequent phone and email contact with stakeholders.
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Physical/mental demands*
Work requires hand dexterity for office machine operation; stooping, climbing, and bending to files and supplies; mobility to complete errands; stand/sit for up to eight hours each day; ability to communicate clearly when using the telephone; requires sitting; standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting, and twisting at times; moderate levels of stress.
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Compensation and benefits*
Chi is fully committed to the success of all team members and offers a robust compensation and benefit package that includes:
401k with up to 8% employer match
Medical, dental and vision
Disability & life insurance
Flexible vacation
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Chi actively seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the populations we aim to serve and the communities where we workChi encourages multiple perspectives and experiences and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforceOur employees are passionate, curious, and eager for the challenge of changing healthcare.*
Job type: full-time
Work location: multiple locations
