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August 1, 2009
Special Assistant, Health Policy Support: University of Pennsylvania Health System
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US
Background
Penn Medicine is a $3.6 billion enterprise with over 18,000 faculty and staff dedicated to the interrelated missions of medical education, biomedical research, and patient care. Penn Medicine consists of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and The University of Pennsylvania Health System (UPHS). The Health System is comprised of the following entities:
- The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP);
- Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PMC);
- Pennsylvania Hospital (PAH);
- The physician practice plan, the
Clinical Practices of the University of Pennsylvania (CPUP);
*Clinical Care Associates, a physician network of internal medicine, family medicine and obstetric/gynecology practices across the Delaware Valley; and - Penn Home Health and Hospice Services.
From initiating the first School of Medicine in the nation to founding the first teaching hospital, Penn Medicine has been pursuing the advancement of medicine since its inception over two hundred fifty years ago. The organization has been at the forefront of many outstanding discoveries - from the first general vaccine against pneumonia, to the discovery of the Philadelphia chromosome, which revolutionized cancer research.
Key to our success as a progressive, world-leading health system are some of the finest physicians, scientists, nurses and health care professionals in the nation - whose goal is to provide exceptional health care and support services to the communities that we serve. Our commitment has been recognized by our peers, throughout the Delaware Valley and across the nation including:
- The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is ranked as one of the top ten hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report;
- The University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine is among the top three research oriented medical schools in the nation according to U.S. News;
- Over 100 Penn Medicine physicians are listed in Philadelphia Magazine’s Top Doctors, 2009—-more than all other teaching hospitals in the Delaware Valley combined; and
- The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) has achieved Magnet status—the highest institutional honor awarded for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Overview of the Role
The University of Pennsylvania Health
System seeks a Special Assistant, Health Policy Support reporting
directly to the Chief Executive Officer. The position requires strong
financial analysis skills and experience in health care policy issues.
The individual must bring exceptional intelligence and successful
experience navigating in complex organizational settings.
The position will require a capable candidate who is comfortable working with highly successful professionals in health care, business and government. In this capacity, the successful candidate will leverage his/her in-depth knowledge of health care policy in the preparation of presentations, briefing documents and publications on behalf of the chief executive officer.
Professional Qualifications and Experience
- At least two years of progressive experience in health care policy—with well developed knowledge of federal and state supported programs;
- Knowledge of health care payment and funding models for academic medical centers;
- Experience in preparation of national, state and local health policy briefing documents—including Medicare and Medicaid;
- Experience in the preparation of update documents for senior leadership and the board; and
- Possess an advanced degree or a BA with significant related experience. Degree preferably in health administration, public policy, business, law, public health or medicine.
Personal Qualities and Skills
- Strong technical and quantitative skills in financial analysis;
- Ability to interpret and communicate complex information in clear and concise terms;
- Demonstrated proficiency in written presentations and publications;
- Strong, well-honed political/diplomacy skills;
- High energy and ability to meet project timelines;
- Orientation to detail and commitment to excellence; and
- Excellent situational judgment.
Compensation
Compensation for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
Application Process
All inquiries, nominations/referrals, and resumes with cover letters, should be sent in confidence to:
Judy L. Schueler
Vice President, Organization
Development/Human Resources
215-349-5259
Judy.schueler@uphs.upenn.edu
