Analyst in Health Policy (Medicare)(Vacancy#:VAR002969)

The ideal candidate will have academic and professional skills/training in Medicare and public health policy (e.g., Part B premiums, financing, end stage renal disease, fraud, waste and abuse); knowledge of the regulation of Medicare by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS); and an ability to analyze federal policy issues and legislative proposals relating to the regulation of Medicare. Analysts must be capable of working on a range of issues in a portfolio that will likely evolve over time.

We expect this analyst to work primarily on issues related to Medicare, including Part B premiums, financing, end stage renal disease, fraud, waste and abuse. The analyst will need to be familiar with federal regulatory policy for Medicare; relevant CMS regulations for the regulation of Part B premiums, financing, end stage renal disease, fraud, waste and abuse. Areas of responsibility may also include the legislative history of Part B premiums, financing, end stage renal disease, fraud, waste and abuse. Other topics may be included in the research portfolio for this analyst to address evolving congressional needs. Over time, the analyst is expected to develop the skills necessary to provide legislative analysis and consultation on issues related to Medicare at increasingly sophisticated levels to congressional committees, Members, and staff.

Applicants should have substantive knowledge of Medicare and experience conducting relevant policy research and analysis, as well as having done legislative and regulatory analysis of related policy issues. Applicants should also have knowledge of other relevant public health, health services, and/or health policy topics. Strong research, writing, and presentation skills and the ability to work as part of a collaborative team and to be responsive under time pressure are essential for success in this position.

Prepares a variety of analytical, descriptive and background reports, memoranda, and written materials on subjects or public policy issues within the employee's designated areas of responsibility to support congressional decision-making.

Participates in planning, organizing, and coordinating group research efforts.

Through personal consultation, assists committees, Members, and staff with consideration of legislative issues by providing information and analysis, and by applying professional subject-area knowledge.

Participates in CRS seminars, workshops, and/or outreach programs for committees, Members, and staff.

Locates and provides information requested by Members and committees of Congress or their staff.