Health Policy Analyst

LMI is seeking a Health Policy Analyst to support our subcontract role on the CCIIO Tier II Policy Help Desk team. This position is with a private, nonprofit government consulting firm based in Tysons, VA. The work is conducted in collaboration with Federal Government departments and agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services.

This position can be supported remotely.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

The successful applicant will become part of a team dedicated to policy and analytical backing for work relating to the No Surprises Act Prescription Drug Transparency, supporting the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The primary focus will be on responding to Tier II policy help desk inquiries relating to prescription drug transparency regulatory efforts. The Health Policy Specialist will use data analysis skills (Jira, ServiceNow, Excel) to produce reports and insights that inform CMS and stakeholders of policy.

Success in this role comes from a combination of a passion for healthcare policy, exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, data analysis, commitment to cross-functional teamwork, outstanding client ethic, and a desire to consistently improve in an organization that is dedicated to excellence. Each day may require the candidate to:

Support development of frameworks, plans, policies, and protocols that unify and integrate delivery of health services.
• Develop and maintain new operational plans (instructions and SOPS) related to those in CMS care, taking existing documentation and unifying into an integrated framework, and proactively identifying gaps that operational and tactical plans can resolve.
• Research, learn, and apply relevant federal policy, guidance, and regulations at the federal and state level to respond to inquiries using analytical writing skills;
• Review technical documents and statement of works to identify potential issues, and develop draft responses and/or solutions to these issues.
• Understand organization-specific datasets;
• Perform data analyses to draft policy help desk answers to routine and ad hoc questions about health systems and regulatory compliance in a manner which explains to non-technical stakeholders;
• Utilize various information systems to perform validation and verification of data by comparing and analyzing from multiple sources and reporting findings in a meaningful way;
• Interface with clients and stakeholders;
• Document decisions and approved language in a knowledge repository;
• Communicate with systems development experts to maintain tools and applications used to fulfill project requirements;
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence.

This position will NOT be involved in drafting or influencing policy decisions made by the government.

• Bachelor's degree in health policy, health systems management, public policy, public administration, business management (with an analytical focus) or related discipline.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• 1-3 years' experience in federal consulting.
• 1-3 years' experience in data analysis and reporting.
• Superior communication and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task between complex projects during seasonal peak periods.
• Ability to absorb large amounts of new technical and policy knowledge without a lot of guidance.

DESIRED SKILLS AND BACKGROUND

• Master's degree in health policy, health systems management, public policy, public administration, business management (with an analytical focus) or related discipline.
• Understanding of prescription drug pricing and/or No Surprises Act background
• Concentration in health policy or healthcare management.
• Expert knowledge of Excel, ServiceNow, Jira.
• Understanding of federal healthcare programs and policies.
• Willingness to take on task streams in a leadership capacity.
• 3+ years of experience in data analysis and reporting.
• 3+ years of experience in federal consulting performing in client-facing role.

Target Salary Range: $70,000-$90,000

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

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Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance. Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, LMI will only consider applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances, due to the nature of the work.