Manager, Health Policy

SCAN Health Insurance•Long Beach, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

Founded in 1977, SCAN is a nonprofit health organization serving over 500,000 people across Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, and Washington, with over $8 billion in annual revenue. With nearly five decades of experience, SCAN is dedicated to improving care for older adults through Medicare Advantage, fully integrated care models, primary care, and next-generation care delivery models. The Manager, Health Policy position is part of the Policy, Government Affairs (PGA) team. This role involves researching, tracking, and analyzing federal and state legislative and regulatory health policy issues, with a specific focus on areas such as Medicare Advantage, Part D, duals integration, Medicaid payment policy, and health equity. The Health Policy Manager will collaborate with internal staff, participate in meetings with policymakers, industry trade groups, and non-governmental organizations that influence public policy. The role also involves supporting SCAN's mission and goals, including an active interest in AI's potential to transform operations and member service.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
5+ years of related experience.
Strong research and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of federal and state legislative and regulatory processes.
Experience in developing and implementing policy strategies.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with policymakers and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth research and analysis of data, regulations, and legislation.
Draft policy memos, fact sheets, talking points, and presentations.
Provide recommendations on policy issues to inform strategic decision-making.
Collaborate with Policy and Government Affairs (PGA) team members to develop SCAN’s public policy positions, policy proposals, and legislative and regulatory goals.
Enact strategies to advance these proposals and goals, ensuring alignment with SCAN’s mission and strategic objectives.
Draft and disseminate public-facing advocacy materials, including regulatory comment letters, fact sheets, talking points, position papers, and other communications to policymakers.
Ensure that these materials are clear, compelling, and aligned with SCAN’s policy positions.
Draft internal communications and prepare presentations that summarize legislative and regulatory activity and its potential impact on SCAN.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership and other stakeholders within the organization.
Support the PGA team in various policy-related tasks and initiatives as needed.
Contribute to the overall success of the team by performing additional duties and providing expertise.
Collaborate with internal SCAN stakeholders to ensure alignment between PGA and other business functions.
Facilitate the integration of policy insights into various departments and initiatives.
Track and summarize federal and state legislative and regulatory proposals.
Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date database of policy developments.
Attend, take detailed notes during, and summarize relevant legislative hearings, policy summits, and other state and federal policy events.
Provide insights and key takeaways to the PGA team and other stakeholders.
Participate in strategic policy discussions and represent SCAN at external coalition meetings.
Contribute to the development of policy strategies and initiatives.
Actively support the achievement of SCAN’s Vision and Goals.
Other duties as assigned.