Health Policy Director
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Job Location:
Nashville, IN - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 75000 - 90000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title:Health Policy Director
Salary Range:$75000 $90000
Reports to:Chief Executive Officer
Direct Reports:None
The Tennessee Primary Care Association (TPCA) is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as our Health Policy Director. This role drives TPCAs policy and advocacy efforts advancing the work of Tennessees community health centers and strengthening access to care for patients across the state.
The Health Policy Director leads TPCAs federal and state policy strategy and will shape how TPCA navigates evolving healthcare policy advocating for the sustainability of health centers and represent health center interests with state and national partners. This position manages contract lobbying activities engages with key decision makers and works closely with health center leaders to ensure their voices are reflected in policy decisions that impact their operations and the communities they serve.
As part of TPCAs leadership team the Health Policy Director will collaborate across departments to align advocacy education and partnership efforts with TPCAs mission and strategic plan. The ideal candidate brings a blend of policy expertise political savvy and relationship-building skills and is energized by translating complex policy into meaningful action for Tennessees health centers and patients.
What Youll Do:
What Were Looking For:
Why Work at TPCA
TPCA is a dynamic team-oriented membership association that provides leadership advocacy and supportive expertise to the states community health centers. TPCA and our members are bonded by a shared purpose ensuring all Tennesseans have access to quality and affordable health care.
At TPCA our benefits include:
Our team values collaboration continual growth integrity and open communication. We are driven by our culture knowing that creating an inclusive workplace is essential to serving our mission. We are intentional in our efforts to ensure every staff member feels empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work.
Interested in more details about the role View a PDF of the full job description here:
to Apply: Please complete an application and submit your resume and cover letter.
Tennessee Primary Care Association
710 Spence Lane Nashville TN 37217
TPCA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation sick leave and holidays paid medical dental and life insurance paid long-term disability insurance and participation in a 403(b)-retirement addition TPCA offers elective participation in employee-paid benefits including Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Savings Account vision insurance and AFLAC insurance options.
Actual salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The posted salary range reflects a variety of experience levels beyond the minimum requirement.
It is the policy of TPCA that all applicants are entitled to equal employment opportunity regardless of race national origin religion age sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions) gender identity or expression sexual orientation disability genetic condition marital status or veteran status (past present or future service in the Uniformed Services of the United States) or other protected characteristics or identity as required by local state and federal law.
This position will be supported in part by grant funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
Salary Range:$75000 $90000
Reports to:Chief Executive Officer
Direct Reports:None
The Tennessee Primary Care Association (TPCA) is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as our Health Policy Director. This role drives TPCAs policy and advocacy efforts advancing the work of Tennessees community health centers and strengthening access to care for patients across the state.
The Health Policy Director leads TPCAs federal and state policy strategy and will shape how TPCA navigates evolving healthcare policy advocating for the sustainability of health centers and represent health center interests with state and national partners. This position manages contract lobbying activities engages with key decision makers and works closely with health center leaders to ensure their voices are reflected in policy decisions that impact their operations and the communities they serve.
As part of TPCAs leadership team the Health Policy Director will collaborate across departments to align advocacy education and partnership efforts with TPCAs mission and strategic plan. The ideal candidate brings a blend of policy expertise political savvy and relationship-building skills and is energized by translating complex policy into meaningful action for Tennessees health centers and patients.
What Youll Do:
- Lead development and implementation of TPCAs policy and advocacy strategy in coordination with TPCA leadership member health centers and external partners.
- Serve as TPCAs lead liaison to key policy stakeholders including TennCare the Tennessee Department of Health and the National Association of Community Health Centers.
- Monitor and analyze state and federal policy developments assess their impact on health centers and patients and communicate actionable insights to TPCA staff members and stakeholders.
- Develop policy recommendations and resources that inform health center strategy and guide TPCAs advocacy priorities.
- Manage contract lobbying activities and coordinate engagement with legislators and policymakers.
- Lead TPCAs State Hill Day coordinate federal visits with Tennessees congressional delegation and support participation in national advocacy events.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with legislators provider organizations and advocacy partners.
- Serve as a thought leader and trusted advisor to health center leaders on issues such reimbursement payment and value-based care initiatives.
What Were Looking For:
- Masters degree in public policy public health or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in health policy government affairs or related work.
- Strong understanding of federal and state legislative and regulatory processes ideally within Tennessee.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with policymakers agency leaders and community partners.
- Exceptional analytical writing and communication skills including the ability to translate complex policies for a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution.
- Knowledge of community health centers Medicaid or value-based care preferred.
- Commitment to TPCAs mission and the health of Tennessees communities.
Why Work at TPCA
TPCA is a dynamic team-oriented membership association that provides leadership advocacy and supportive expertise to the states community health centers. TPCA and our members are bonded by a shared purpose ensuring all Tennesseans have access to quality and affordable health care.
At TPCA our benefits include:
- Hybrid work schedule (3 days remote 2 days in office)
- Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
- Paid medical dental and life insurance
- Participation in a 403(b)-retirement plan
- Ongoing support and encouragement for professional development
- Paid long-term disability insurance
- This position receives a cell phone allowance
Our team values collaboration continual growth integrity and open communication. We are driven by our culture knowing that creating an inclusive workplace is essential to serving our mission. We are intentional in our efforts to ensure every staff member feels empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work.
Interested in more details about the role View a PDF of the full job description here:
to Apply: Please complete an application and submit your resume and cover letter.
- Accepting applications until filled by an excellent candidate.
- No email applications.
- No telephone inquiries please.
Tennessee Primary Care Association
710 Spence Lane Nashville TN 37217
TPCA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation sick leave and holidays paid medical dental and life insurance paid long-term disability insurance and participation in a 403(b)-retirement addition TPCA offers elective participation in employee-paid benefits including Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Savings Account vision insurance and AFLAC insurance options.
Actual salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The posted salary range reflects a variety of experience levels beyond the minimum requirement.
It is the policy of TPCA that all applicants are entitled to equal employment opportunity regardless of race national origin religion age sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions) gender identity or expression sexual orientation disability genetic condition marital status or veteran status (past present or future service in the Uniformed Services of the United States) or other protected characteristics or identity as required by local state and federal law.
This position will be supported in part by grant funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
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