Director of Government Affairs

Epic; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual raises

Bonuses

Stock grants

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Epic in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced advocate to drive healthcare congressional initiatives. You will represent Epic and develop strategies that enhance innovation and patient care.

The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of relevant experience, a bachelor’s degree, and a track record of success in healthcare policy. This position requires relocation to Madison, WI, and offers comprehensive benefits, merit-based compensation, and opportunities for annual raises and bonuses.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in healthcare advocacy or policy.
• Proven history of academic and professional success.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of working days.

Responsibilities

• Drive congressional advocacy on healthcare issues.
• Represent Epic before federal policymakers.
• Develop strategies for advancing pro-innovation policies.

Skills

Advocacy for healthcare issues

Relationship building with policymakers

Development of government relations strategies

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or greater

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.