Government Affairs Manager implements strategic plans and oversees engagement objectives to develop and maintain productive relations with all levels of government authorities that will support and enhance the businesses' goals. Manages teams that build relationships and liaise with government entities(federal, state, provincial, or local) that regulate or influence business activities. Being a Government Affairs Manager performs ongoing monitoring and analysis of proposed legislation, emerging issues, and trends to determine the potential impact on the organization. Collaborates with industry groups and organizations with complementary objectives to achieve objectives. Additionally, Government Affairs Manager creates communication vehicles and delivers messaging to inform and support business leaders. Requires a bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, business or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Government Affairs Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Government Affairs Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Summary: Under the general direction of the Medical Director, serves as Lutheran Hospital's liaison for the Medical Staff to coordinate credentialing, assist Medical Staff Officers with duties/responsibilities as necessary, coordinate medical staff committee appointments/activities, assist in developing and maintaining Medical Staff Bylaws and Rules and Regulations, and act as daily supervisor to other Medical Staff Assistance personnel.
Serves as Manager for the Lutheran Health Network Credentialing Center, including the assignment of duties to Medical Staff Office personnel throughout the Network. Develops and maintains the network policies and procedures relating to the centralized credentialing center. Serves as administrator of the network's credentialing software program.
Minimal Acceptable Job Qualifications:
Licensure: None is required.
Certification/Registration: Pursuit of Medical Staff Coordinator certification by NAMSS (National Association Medical Staff Services) as soon as qualified per NAMSS guidelines.
Experience: Three to four years progressively more responsible experience in providing advanced secretarial support at the professional level, plus experience in Medical Staff credentialing, privileges and related committee processes. Previous experience in a leadership or program management role.
Education: Minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED). Course work or training in office operations including typing, transcription, office procedures and computer systems.
Job Knowledge & Skills: Must demonstrate thorough knowledge of Medical Staff organization activities and related bylaws and regulations, as well as working knowledge of medical terminology.
Requires strong knowledge of parliamentary procedures and a high level of typing (65 wpm as demonstrated by successful completion of test administered by Human Resources) and transcription skills for processing of committee minutes; knowledge of shorthand helpful.
Requires analytical and organizational skills in order to stay abreast of current regulations for hospital medical staff; and coordinate financial and committee related activities of various medical staff groups.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written, necessary to interact effectively with all internal and external unit customers, as needed. Must demonstrate working knowledge of the English language, both verbal and written.