Government Affairs Associate
Who We Are
We are Imagine Pediatrics, an innovative, tech-enabled, pediatrician-led medical group that helps children with special health care needs get the quality 24/7 care and support they deserve, right from home. Energized by our mission to reimagine pediatric health care together, we improve the health and lives of children special health care needs by breaking down the barriers that stand between families and the quality care their children need. We are committed to doing better for them: to put their best interests in the front of our minds and center of our hearts and channel that passion every day to boldly remove these barriers.
By partnering with parents, caregivers, providers, community resources, and health plans, we provide these children with more access to virtual-first and in-home medical, behavioral, and social care and empower them and their families to get the unwavering, 24/7 support they deserve. We don’t replace a child's existing care team. Instead, we work with them to give every patient an expanded layer of support by delivering unlimited, virtual-first and in-home care, day and night. Every step toward that goal we take with equal parts compassion and creativity. Together, we’re always reaching for the profound impact that we know we can and must make.
Every day we boldly challenge old approaches and seek out new and better ways to improve the health and lives of children with special health care needs. We know we can’t solve every challenge in the lives of these kids, but we can work tirelessly to give them, their families, and other caregivers the help and relief they need, right when they need it. We know a better approach to pediatric health care is within reach, and we are committed to seizing it today.
What You’ll Do
As a Government Affairs Associate at Imagine Pediatrics you will further our mission by supporting the build of Government Affairs and Relations, and New Market Entry functions to expand the reach of our care model and magnify the voice of the families and children we serve. You will report directly to our Chief Innovation & Administrative Officer and will be responsible for supporting day-to-day operations and the coordination of key Government Affairs and Patient Advocacy functions, ensuring alignment with Imagine Pediatrics’ strategic interests. You will:
- Assist in overseeing lobbyist consultants in multiple states and track Government Affairs issues that may impact the company’s strategic and business interests, including legislation, regulations, and key policy initiatives.
- Support the lobbyist selection and state compliance process.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and effective execution.
- Gather and coordinate internal feedback from Imagine care teams, other teams and executive leadership on legislation and policy development priorities.
- Conduct research on relevant legislation, regulations, policy, and political issues.
- Assist in the development and management of policy positions on key areas.
- Track and report out to Imagine team members on relevant government and advocacy updates biweekly.
- Collaborate with consultants and non-governmental advocates for medically complex children and caregivers to support advocacy strategies.
- Aid in strategic planning efforts alongside the Chief Innovation and Administrative Officer.
- Contribute to communications and outreach efforts, including: developing outreach messaging strategies in partnership with the Chief Innovation and Administrative Officer.
- Supporting the refinement and execution of playbooks to enhance the Imagine’s presence in specific states or regions.
- Assisting in the creation of internal Government Affairs communications, such as newsletters and progress reports.
- Help coordinate Trade Association contributions, ensuring compliance and accurate recordkeeping.
- Organize meetings, conferences, webinars, and other functions as needed, including preparation of presentations and meeting materials.
- Maintain accountability for meeting timelines set by management or clients.
- Continuously enhance expertise through education, staying informed on current political and governmental events, and engaging with consultants and the Government Affairs team.
What You Bring & How You Qualify
First and foremost, you’re passionate and committed to reimagining pediatric health care and creating a world where every child with complex medical conditions gets the care and support they deserve. You will need:
- B.A. or equivalent experience.
- 2-3+ years in a professional environment; experience in government affairs, government, or policy, and healthcare policy. Medicaid experience preferred.
- Strong multi-tasking abilities and analytical skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication.
- Consistent detail-orientation with a methodical approach.
- Excellent organizational, time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Self-motivation, resourcefulness, and capability to thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment.
- A proven ability to build productive relationships at all organizational levels.
- To work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
What We Offer (Benefits + Perks)
The role offers a base salary range of $90,000 - $105,000 in addition to annual bonus incentive, competitive company benefits package and eligibility to participate in an employee equity purchase program (as applicable). When determining compensation, we analyze and carefully consider several factors including job-related knowledge, skills and experience. These considerations may cause your compensation to vary.
We provide these additional benefits and perks:
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA; Company-funded HSA
- 401(k) with 4% match, vested 100% from day one
- Employer-paid short and long-term disability
- Life insurance at 1x annual salary
- 20 days PTO + 10 Company Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays
- Paid new parent leave
- Additional benefits to be detailed in offer
What We Live By
We’re guided by our five core values:
- Children first. We put the best interests of children above all. We are uncompromising in our commitment to improving the lives of children and families by bringing the best care to them.
- Earn trust. We cherish the trusting relationships we build with the children and families we serve, our partners, and each other. We seek first to understand and speak honestly.
- Innovate today. We refuse to accept the way things have always been done. Children and families are waiting for our help and their bravery demands that we relentlessly challenge assumptions to develop new approaches.
- Embrace humanity. We lead with empathy and authenticity, presuming competence and good intentions. When we stumble, we use the opportunity to learn and grow stronger.
- One team, diverse perspectives. We work alongside families as one team towards a shared purpose. We champion diversity and acknowledge the contributions of others.
We Value Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
We believe that creating a world where every child with complex medical conditions gets the care and support, they deserve requires a diverse team with diverse perspectives. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at Imagine Pediatrics are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.
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We are on a mission to reimagine pediatric health care for the better, so that children with medical complexity and special health care needs can spend less time in the hospital and more time at home and in their communities. Our multidisciplin...
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