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Healthcare Policy Team Lead

Guidehouse
US - VA, McLean; US - TX, Austin; US - IL, Chicago; US - PA, Philadelphia +4 more Posted Nov 5, 2026
Full-time

About this role

Job title: Healthcare Policy Team Lead

Job Family:

Risk & Regulatory Compliance Consulting Travel Required:

Up to 10% Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

The Healthcare Review/Audit Policy Lead leads the identification, interpretation, and implementation of policy requirements that govern Exchange review and audit activities. Leads a team of multiple policy team members, assigning responsibilities, setting priorities, and overseeing the quality and timely completion of their work. Monitors federal and state policy changes, court rulings, annual Exchange regulations, sub-regulatory guidance, and system and operations documentation affecting Advance Premium Tax Credit (APTC) eligibility, Qualified Health Plan (QHP) eligibility, and Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs). Directs assessments of how these changes affect Exchange Improper Payment Measurement (EIPM) methodology, establishes policy interpretations for consistent application by reviewers, and oversees required updates to review unit logic, scripts, and review tools. Leads the development and quality review of policy update deliverables, resolves or elevates policy questions, and coordinates with technical, review, and data teams to translate policy decisions into accurate, consistent review procedures and tools.

What You Will Need:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • FIVE (5) + years of relevant experience, at least 2 in a management capacity
  • Experience with regulatory analysis
  • Experience working in or knowledge of the Affordable Care Act, specifically Federally Facilitated Exchanges, State-Based Exchanges and health insurance markets and exchanges
  • Ability to oversee multiple concurrent workstreams
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and experience

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and provide clear guidance, direction, and structure to the team
  • Flexibility and agility to respond to changing requirements in a dynamic environment
  • Skills to develop training on regulatory updates and train team members on the impact of the changes
  • Proficiency working with compliance team members and developers to confirm that regulatory changes are properly reflected in testing methodology and automation scripts

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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