Director of Government Affairs

Epic; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Annual raises and bonuses

Stock grants

Job summary

Epic is looking for a seasoned advocate for the role focused on congressional affairs impacting healthcare technology. Located in Nashville, TN, this position involves federal advocacy, developing government relations strategies, and building partnerships with key stakeholders.

Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree, over 6 years of relevant experience, and be willing to travel. Epic provides relocation assistance for candidates moving to Madison, WI, where this position is based.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in government relations.
• A history of academic and professional success.
• COVID-19 vaccination required.

Responsibilities

• Drive congressional advocacy on healthcare issues.
• Develop strategies that support pro-innovation policies.
• Build and sustain relationships with federal policymakers.

Skills

Advocacy for healthcare issues

Relationship building with policymakers

Government relations strategies

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Overview

Please note that this position is based on our campus in Madison, WI, and requires relocation to the area. We recruit nationally and provide financial relocation assistance.

Responsibilities

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. 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 will be 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or greater (any major)
• 6+ years of relevant experience
• A history of academic and professional success
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of working days
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Relocation to the Madison, WI area (reimbursed)
• COVID-19 vaccination

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits to keep you healthy and happy as you grow in your life and career, and your merit‑based compensation will reflect the impact your work has on the company and our customers. You'll also be eligible for annual raises and bonuses, as well as stock grants, which give you an even greater stake in the success of Epic and our customers.

EEO Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we know that inclusive teams design software that supports the delivery of quality care for all patients, so diversity, equity, and inclusion are written into our principles. Please see our full non‑discrimination statement at https://careers.epic.com/EEO.