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.
• Partner with government affairs teams at health systems, hospital associations, and other key healthcare stakeholders to drive aligned, high-impact initiatives.

Requirements

• Experience: 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Education: Bachelor's degree or greater (any major).
• Travel: Willingness to 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.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships.
• Knowledge of healthcare policy and legislation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Merit-based compensation.
• Stock grants.
• Annual raises and bonuses.
• Four-week sabbatical after five years.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Benefits

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

Living in Madison, WI

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).

Company Culture

• Staff have kayaked in Patagonia, attended a Beyoncé concert in Ireland, built a library in Tanzania, and run a marathon in Antarctica.
• Uniquely themed campus designed to enhance productivity.
• Restaurant-quality meals at a low cost.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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