BayCare Health System

Government Relations Strategist

CLEARWATER, FLPosted 24 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from BayCare Health System

  • Job overview

    The Government Relations Strategist at BayCare Health System advances the organization's government relations agenda, focusing on advocacy and policy influence primarily at the state level.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves planning and implementing government relations strategies, engaging in advocacy in Tallahassee and Washington, D.C., and supporting the Vice President and Government Relations Managers in achieving positive outcomes for BayCare's team members and patients.

  • Compensation and benefits

    BayCare offers a competitive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision benefits, paid time off, tuition assistance, 401K match with additional yearly contributions, performance appraisals, team award bonuses, family resources, wellness opportunities, and community perks and discounts.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in government relations, legislative or regulatory processes, advocacy, public relations, or health care policy, with preference for those having 7 or more years; a bachelor's degree in political science, public health, communications, or related field is required, and a master's degree is preferred.

  • Work environment and culture

    BayCare promotes a forward-thinking philosophy based on trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence within a large network of community-based hospitals and health services.

  • Company information

    BayCare Health System is a network of 16 community hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers, and thousands of physicians, supported by over 30,000 team members.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in Clearwater, FL, with hybrid work at BayCare Systems Office and requires travel to Tallahassee, Washington, D.C., and various BayCare facilities in Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Polk counties.

  • Unique job features

    The job requires strategic advocacy skills with travel to key government locations and engagement with multiple stakeholders to influence health care policy outcomes.

Company overview

BayCare Health System is a leading not-for-profit health care organization in the Tampa Bay area, providing a wide range of medical services including hospitals, outpatient facilities, and urgent care centers. They generate revenue through patient services, insurance reimbursements, and community health programs. Founded in 1997, BayCare has grown to become one of the largest health systems in Florida, known for its commitment to high-quality patient care and community wellness initiatives.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your extensive experience in government relations, advocacy, legislative processes, and health care policy, emphasizing at least five years of relevant work to align with BayCare Health System's requirements.

  • Focus on showcasing your strategic planning skills in government relations and your ability to develop and implement advocacy strategies, particularly at the state level, as outlined in the job description.

  • Apply through multiple platforms such as BayCare Health System's official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach.

  • Connect with current employees in the Government and Community Relations division at BayCare Health System on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent legislative developments affecting healthcare or asking about their experience working with BayCare's advocacy efforts.

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