Regulatory Affairs Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Monitor and convey updates regarding local, regional, national, and international regulations that impact the organization.

• Develop and uphold a regulatory strategy that aligns with business objectives and timelines.

• Ensure that contracts with state and county agencies, Medicaid payors, and Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) adhere to legal and regulatory standards.

• Oversee Change of Ownership (CHOW) applications and the state licensing procedures for new markets.

• Verify the accuracy of documentation that supports contracts.

• Manage the entire contract lifecycle, encompassing drafting, reviewing, and renewing agreements.

• Keep records of contracts, licensing documents, and compliance submissions.

• Lead the submission and tracking of new state Medicaid applications.

• Maintain comprehensive policies and procedures that reflect regulatory requirements and industry benchmarks.

• Ensure centralized governance of Policies and Procedures (P&P), including version control, approval workflows, and change management.

• Guarantee that policies and procedures are easily accessible.

• Oversee the P&P lifecycle, which includes creation, review, approval, distribution, training, and obsolescence.

• Collaborate with Compliance and Operations to ensure that P&Ps are accurate and enforceable.

• Carry out additional compliance responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, Business Administration, Legal Studies, Public Policy, or a related discipline (required).

• At least 5 years of experience in the healthcare sector (required).

• Familiarity with contract management, licensing, or regulatory compliance in healthcare, Medicaid, or managed care (preferred).

• Experience with state Medicaid/Medicare applications or regulatory submissions (preferred).

• Extensive knowledge and experience as a seasoned compliance professional.

• Notary Public certification (preferred).

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and regulatory knowledge.

• Experience in managing Policies and Procedures.

• Capability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work with highly confidential information.

• Proficient in applying best practices and business insights to enhance departmental services and deliverables.

• Skilled in analyzing diverse problems requiring critical thinking and perspective-taking.

• Capable of working independently within established guidelines, policies, and regulations.

• Demonstrates good judgment in choosing methods and techniques for solutions.

• Ability to serve as a resource for less experienced colleagues.

• Proficient in articulating complex or sensitive information and collaborating to build consensus and solutions.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation.

• Medical benefits.

• Retirement plans.

• Wellness programs.

• Engaging company events.

• Continuous learning opportunities to advance your career.

• Inclusive work environment.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.