Health Policy Analyst

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility. Remote (ET) – Pennsylvania Candidates Preferred We welcome applicants located in or near Pennsylvania, with a strong preference for those in the Harrisburg or Philadelphia areas. Relocation may be considered for candidates outside these areas. This position includes occasional travel for meetings at the State Capitol/Capitol Complex and for stakeholder engagements across Pennsylvania. A valid driver’s license is required for essential job functions. Position Purpose Facilitate and manage the tracking of policy/legislation updates and perform analysis of policy changes, such as CMS rules and regulations to determine business impacts. Performs deliverables including talking points, fact sheets, and policy briefs for Government Relations advocacy partners as well as other business units. This role has high visibility with senior leadership. This position can also be tailored to align with the candidate’s interests, including opportunities to incorporate additional Government Relations responsibilities. Why This Role Is Appealing In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful experience across health policy and government relations while shaping work that truly matters. You’ll dive into high‑impact projects - tracking legislation, analyzing policy, engaging stakeholders, and collaborating across teams. As part of a large and growing enterprise, you’ll have access to diverse career paths across our health plans and corporate teams. With remote flexibility, occasional stakeholder travel, and room to shape the role around your strengths, this position supports your growth and long‑term career goals. In this Health Policy Analyst role, you will • Assist Research health policy and legislation updates • Track and monitor the Federal Register and other sources for policy/legislation updates (proposed and final rules, sub-regulatory guidance, and other policy changes) and think critically to analyze the business and member impacts on Centene priorities • Develop position papers, talking points, meeting summaries, policy briefs, fact sheets, and presentations for senior executives on health policy issue areas, with oversight from peers/manager. • Engage Centene business units to form policy positioning and draft comment letters/RFIs to CMS and other federal agencies • Attend meetings with third party organizations, such as trade associations and synthesize meetings outcomes and next steps to relevant leadership • Performs other duties as assigned • Complies with all policies and standards Highly preferred • Knowledgeable of Marketplace Insurance, CHIP, Medicaid, or Medicare • Familiar with Pennsylvania politics and the interworking of Pennsylvania Government • Remote (EST); candidates must reside in Pennsylvania, with preference for Harrisburg or Philadelphia. Relocation assistance may be available for other locations Education/Experience Bachelor's degree in Health Policy, Public Policy, or related field. 1-2 years combined experience of health policy, public policy, healthcare analytics, economics, law, or related experience. Travel Minimal travel required (0–10%), primarily for State Capitol/Capitol Complex meetings and external engagements across Pennsylvania. Overnight stays are rare, except for conferences. A valid driver’s license is required for essential job functions. Location Remote (ET); candidates must reside in Pennsylvania, with preference for Harrisburg or Philadelphia. Relocation assistance may be available for other locations. Pay Range: $56,200.00 - $101,000.00 per year Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility. Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act Apply tot his job