Job Description
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life‑changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit – an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists
The Opportunity
Position works out of our Washington, DC location in the Government Affairs function.
As the Government Affairs Director for Corporate Reimbursement , you will develop, lead and execute the strategy, capabilities and action plans to support and drive healthcare policies that impact Abbott. More specifically, you will support Medicare reimbursement activity for Abbott Diabetes Care (ADC) and other divisions, including coding, coverage and payment for all ADC products, and lead development and advocacy of Abbott’s priorities for these divisions in broad Medicare and health care policy.
What You’ll Work On
Ally with business functional teams to help develop and execute portfolio reimbursement plans, and coordinate with Abbott GA team to deliver effective advocacy.
Work on development and execution of reimbursement and coverage strategies and health economic and value messaging based on robust understanding of providers, business/practice managers, and payers.
Work with ADC to conceive and direct analysis of health care clinical, health economic and outcomes data to support market access, health policy and publication strategy initiatives.
Lead reimbursement initiatives to protect and advance Abbott's interests and its business units before policymakers, politicians, trade and business associations and other allies.
Build the reputation of Abbott as a preferred, trusted partner who drives for constructive solutions.
Stay apprised of business goals and strategies to assess impact to Abbott from federal, executive and regulatory activities; consult with appropriate personnel to formulate action plans.
Identify health care, economic and other policy developments that could impact Abbott's business and operation; proactively identify opportunities for Abbott to pursue favorable government policies and defend against harmful policies.
Increase management and business unit understanding of, and participation in, the reimbursement policy‑making process on behalf of Abbott.
Deliver strong messaging in support of Abbott positions collaboratively with Public Affairs and other functions to ensure consistency and delivery to key targets via appropriate channels.
Participate in or lead projects to maximize team effectiveness (events, programs, community engagement, shared value/CSR, communications, social media, public speaking, etc.).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING
Required
Significant experience with and understanding of the Medicare program, including Medicare coding, coverage and payment policies; Medicare coverage processes; inpatient and outpatient payment systems; ambulatory surgery center payment systems; physician payments; pharmacy payments/processes; Medicare quality systems; CMS and CPT/HCPCS coding systems.
Demonstrated knowledge of US and global healthcare payer systems, including expertise in health care financing, reimbursement policies related to the device industry, and technology assessment.
Prior experience establishing procedure codes in the United States; experience with evidence development studies.
Successful record of leading cross‑functional teams and influence/negotiation across regulatory, marketing, sales, legal, clinical and medical affairs and project management.
Ability to interface well with key policymakers at senior levels, major allies, association policy teams, think‑tanks and Abbott executives.
Ability to interpret and integrate business strategies into actionable, value‑added health economics and reimbursement initiatives.
Strong leadership and independent decision‑making in a matrix environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences.
Ability to gauge the intent of legislation or proposed policies and assess compatibility with Abbott positions.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
10+ years in positions of responsibility in Medicare and reimbursement policy.
Experience in government affairs, health care industry, public affairs and public policy.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in CMS or Health and Human Services.
Master's degree in Public Policy, Public Health or related disciplines.
Legal degree or MBA.
Proven extensive contact network, successful influence on Medicare reimbursement policies and strong knowledge of the process.
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The base pay for this position is
$168,000 – $336,000 per year.
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Gov Auth/ Investor Relations
DIVISION:
GA Government Affairs
LOCATION:
United States > Washington: 1801 Pennsylvania Ave N.W.
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Yes, 10 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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About the company
Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States.
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