Director of Government Affairs

About the role

Drive congressional advocacy on issues that shape the future of healthcare. Represent Epic before federal policy makers and serve as a key voice on legislative issues affecting healthcare technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop government relations strategies that advance pro-innovation policies that put the patient at the heart of healthcare and help providers succeed in an evolving regulatory environment.
• Primary focus on federal affairs, building and sustaining relationships across the House and Senate while partnering with government affairs teams at health systems, hospital associations, and other key healthcare stakeholders to drive aligned, high-impact initiatives.

Requirements

• Relevant experience: 6+ years
• Education: Bachelor's degree or greater (any major)
• Travel: Up to 30% of working days
• Work authorization: Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Location: Relocation to the Madison, WI area (reimbursed)

Qualifications

• History of academic and professional success
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of working days

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits to keep you healthy and happy as you grow in your life and career
• Merit-based compensation reflecting the impact your work has on the company and our customers
• Awarded annual raises and bonuses
• Stock grants giving you an even greater stake in the success of Epic and our customers

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to build and sustain relationships across political and healthcare sectors
• Experience in government relations and advocacy

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development opportunities

Benefits

Live affordably in a city known for its rising tech talent. Epic is located just outside Madison, Wisconsin, the second fastest growing market for tech talent in the United States and home to the state capital and the University of Wisconsin. Madison, a city surrounded by water, has received accolades for being the greenest city in America (NerdWallet), the best city for renters (SmartAsset), the fittest city in America (Fitbit), and the third best metro in the US for young professionals (Forbes Advisor).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Epic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are written into our principles.