Medicaid Proposal Writer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Create proposal assignments of various lengths and complexities covering strategic, functional, and operational subjects.

• Work in collaboration with Capture and Proposal Managers, Proposal Directors, and Subject Matter Experts to finalize proposal responses.

• Evaluate proposal sections and content to identify connections, ensure consistency, and support a unified narrative.

• Conduct interviews with subject matter experts to gather information for compliant responses, update resumes, write past performances, and formulate proposal responses.

• Utilize previous proposals and the proposal library to draft initial versions.

• Perform qualitative and quantitative research and analyze data to develop client-solution content.

• Partner with Graphic Designers on proposal visuals and storytelling.

• Engage in proposal meetings, color team reviews, and status updates throughout the proposal lifecycle.

• Craft compliant and persuasive proposal responses that meet internal quality standards, bid guidance, and proposal requirements.

• Formulate innovative strategies that address customer needs and highlight win themes.

• Maintain a thorough understanding of Aetna Medicaid products and services.

• Assist in managing the Medicaid Content Library lifecycle with subject matter experts.

• Attend team meetings and offer suggestions that promote innovation and creativity.

• Establish relationships with health plan leaders, proposal colleagues, and subject matter experts to aid in winning and retaining business.

• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of internal processes and procedures, including scorecards, quality business reports, style guides, and performance metrics.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over five years of experience as a proposal writer or in a similar role.

• At least three years of experience in writing healthcare proposals.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including SharePoint, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint.

• Exceptional organizational, project management, analytical, and innovative problem-solving abilities.

• Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time.

• Experience in collaborating across various departments and organizational levels.

• Familiarity with Associated Press and internal style guides.

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Writing, English, Communications, Healthcare Policy, or equivalent professional experience.

• APMP Bid/Proposal Foundation Certification is preferred.

• Knowledge of areas such as provider networks, LTSS, Medicare-Duals, and related specialties.

🏝️ Benefits

• CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program.

• Award target in the company’s equity award program.

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Retirement savings options.

• Wellness programs.

• Additional resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees and their families.