Policy Associate, Coding

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), a membership organization dedicated to improving the lives of all people seeking obstetric and gynecologic care, their families, and communities through supporting our members, is currently seeking a Policy Associate, Coding.

The Policy Associate supports projects to advance the goals of the team and organization. Conducts research for comment letters that voice ACOG's stances and develops advocacy campaigns on issues that impact our members, and resources to help physicians implement policies into practice. Initiate outreach to ACOG members to garner engagement in advocacy opportunities, track various policy changes, and act as a liaison among internal ACOG teams to ensure that work is being successfully communicated to members. Represent ACOG in meetings with external stakeholders.

Cover Letter Required.

Track and analyze policy changes and collect data, research and news to alert appropriate internal teams for outreach and advocacy opportunities.
• Manage the submission, implementation and dissemination of educational resources for the team and coordinate the educational offerings with members of the team, including determination of the appropriate platform/media, submission of appropriate continuing education applications, budget management, and marketing of the products.
• Research and develop reports, including objective and subjective data analysis, related to the offered educational resources and potential opportunities, including development and analysis of member surveys, analysis of member questions and requests, and recommendations for educational topics and events based on the analysis.
• Coordinate the development, editing and marketing of advocacy promotion plans, including social media content and other electronic media resources, presentations, email blasts, newsletters, fact sheets, posters, tool kits, and other materials, in collaboration with leadership and appropriate ACOG teams. Share promotional materials and activities with outside organizations as applicable.
• Represent team in internal meetings to coordinate and promote educational offerings and events, including the development of strategy, goals, and timelines.
• Provide administrative support including but not limited to proofreading, finalizing and distributing correspondence; maintaining files; scheduling meetings and conference calls; maintaining record of budget expenditures and processing bills, invoices and travel requests.
• Track progress and status of project deliverables to ensure successful outcomes of related goals and objective.
• Manage the platforms and services required for the department, including contracts, payment, registration and technical support.
• Manage and maintain up to date content on program webpage keeping the content current and consistent with guidelines from ACOG and cooperative partners. Write website news stories; draft social media posts; create grassroots outreach campaigns; manage weekly member communication for the health economics & practice management team.
• Triage and coordinate responses to email and phone inquiries regarding program activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree in health policy, political science, or other related fields preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience in policy analysis or a related field of work. Experience with medical coding and/or billing, legal and/or governmental policy documents, technical writing for legislation and regulations preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of women's health topics and terminology preferred.
• Experience with research platforms and member engagement platforms preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both cooperatively as well as independently; ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Home to more than 61,000 health care professionals, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is a membership organization leading advancements in obstetric and gynecologic health. When you become part of the ACOG team, you're a part of an organization that values communicating evidence-based, peer-reviewed information about health to members and the general public. ACOG supports its members by maintaining authoritative clinical guidance, providing continuing medical education resources, patient education materials and more. Together with our members, we are working to transform the future of obstetric and gynecologic health by delivering a compelling member experience, supporting the ob-gyn profession, and advocating for improved health. ACOG is a 501 C (6) organization.

Our Perks

Paid Parental Leave - Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace - Flexible work schedule - Commuting Allowance - Generous Paid Time Off - Holiday Pay - Life Insurance - Community Volunteering Opportunities - Generous 401(k) Company Contributions - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Learning Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement - Company-Sponsored Team Outings - and more!

ACOG is an EEO employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. As a federal government contractor and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Executive Orders, the College takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees covered are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable law. For more information about your equal employment opportunity rights, please view this poster: EEO is the Law. The College also participates in E-Verify.