Government Affairs Specialist

Join a dynamic organization driven by our passion for healthcare. UHS is seeking talented individuals who are eager to contribute their expertise and pursue rewarding careers. As a leader in acute care and behavioral health, UHS provides high-quality care to over 3 million patients annually, across our national network of facilities.

The UHS Legal Department is hiring a Government Affairs Specialist to supports UHS operations related to government relations and public affairs. Assists in developing and implementing government affairs strategies that align with UHS and its subsidiaries' mission and goals. Coordinate internal stakeholder engagement with elected officials and external partners, including hospital associations.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Partner with the Senior Director of Public Affairs on legislative and government relations initiatives and strategies
• Engage with lobbyists and UHS stakeholders on federal, state, and local lobbying activities to advance the strategic priorities of the company and its subsidiaries
• Work with internal stakeholders such as Public Relations, Corporate Reimbursement, Grants and Legal to identify and support opportunities by leveraging our government affairs relationships (i.e., lobbyists, trade organizations)
• Provide support and education to internal stakeholders on federal and state initiatives so that appropriate engagement occurs, including direct outreach to legislators' offices and visits to facilities
• Coordinate government relations strategies with internal and external partners, including industry associations, coalitions, and community groups, to build alliances and support
• Maintain awareness of regulatory frameworks and lobbying disclosure laws to ensure compliance and avoid penalties
• Participate in meetings for industry associations and outside organizations related to government relations and health care concerns/policies, including but not limited to state Hospital Associations
• Working with trade organizations, lobbyists and internal stakeholders, monitors policies and regulations relevant to the company's interests
• Ensure other departments, including but not limited to Legal, Business Development, Public Relations and Clinical Services are aware of the political, regulatory, and legislative environment as it relates to their operations

Bachelor's degree with 5 - 8 years' government affairs experience.

• Knowledge of healthcare management practices and clinical operations
• Proficient understanding of state and federal regulatory environments related to healthcare operations
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities

This opportunity provides a rewarding career, challenging and rewarding work environment as well as growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries, including competitive compensation, excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan, and 401k with company match.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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