Health Policy Coordinator

Location: Rosemont, IL (Hybrid)

*Must be available to work in Rosemont, IL office biweekly for 5-6 days per month, on average.

Job Title: Health Policy Coordinator

The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R) is seeking a forward-thinking and highly motivated Health Policy Coordinator to join our team. This self-starter will not only collaborate across multiple projects concurrently but will also provide ongoing committee support as a liaison by setting meeting agendas, planning conference calls and creating effective communications and content that keep our members informed. If you are dedicated to health policy, demonstrate outstanding critical thinking and project management skills, and excel in a supportive small-office environment, then we want to speak with you!

About AAPM&R

The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R) is the national medical specialty organization representing more than 10,000 physicians who are specialists in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R). PM&R physicians, also known as physiatrists, treat a wide variety of medical conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. PM&R physicians evaluate and treat injuries, illnesses, and disability, and are experts in designing comprehensive, patient-centered treatment plans. Physiatrists utilize cutting-edge as well as time-tested treatments to maximize function and quality of life. For more information, visit .

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director, Reimbursement and Regulatory Affairs, the Health Policy Coordinator will offer support to payment and practice-related projects under the Department of Health Policy, Practice, Quality, and Research. The coordinator will work closely with the Innovative Payment and Practice Models Committee to increase member understanding and involvement in new models of payment and care.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the Innovative Payment and Practice Models Committee, which includes providing ongoing communication, planning conference calls and meeting agendas, minutes, and budgets.
• Coordinates the development of payment and practice model member education and facilitates dissemination of related news and resources to Academy members.
• Performs duties related to the Health Policy, Practice, and Advocacy Strategic Coordinating Committee including managing committee inquiries, leading virtual and in-person meeting logistics, supporting agenda preparation, and drafting meeting minutes as needed.
• Provides support for the Academy's participation on the American Medical Association Relative Value Scale Update Committee (RUC) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Panel.
• Serves as project lead for the appointment of Academy members to various external liaison opportunities with medical societies, federal agencies, etc.
• Processes invoices and expense reports from staff and committee members and supports annual budgeting process.
• Drafts correspondence, position statements, and talking points and regularly provides relevant updates in the Academy's member-facing online and print publications.
• Serves as a strategic member of the Health Policy, Practice, Quality, and Research team, providing support to subcommittees and workgroups.

AAPM&R Offers

Based on experience and skillsets, the salary range for the Health Policy Coordinator role is $55,000 - $60,000 annually. AAPM&R offers the following benefits:

• 18 days PTO upon hire
• 10 paid holidays
• Choice between three different medical plans
• Employer-funded HRA to offset out of pocket medical costs
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employer-paid group life insurance (2x salary)
• Employer-paid disability insurance (short AND long-term)
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403b retirement plan -match up to 8%
• Tuition Reimbursement

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in health policy, health care economics, public health or a public policy related field preferred.
• 2+ years of direct experience in a health care field, preferably with a medical specialty society, hospital, rehabilitation organization, or health insurance company.
• Outstanding critical thinking and analytical skills and the ability to balance and coordinate multiple projects.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills and ability to convey complex material clearly and accurately.
• Self-motivated with proven interpersonal and team skills, including the ability to work productively with physicians and colleagues from other organizations.
• Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Internet navigation.
• Written and spoken fluency in English required.
• Capability to effectively collaborate within and across departments to achieve both departmental and organizational goals.
• Maintains high professional standards of integrity, ethics, and commitment to the goals of AAPM&R.

For Consideration

If you have a passion for healthcare, maintain a high attention to detail and demonstrate excellent organizational skills, we want you to be a part of our team! Please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking the apply button.

AAPM&R is an equal opportunity employer.

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