Manager, State Government Affairs – Health Policy

DaVita Kidney Care

. Monitor and summarize state legislation, regulations, agency guidance, and policy developments affecting dialysis patients and DaVita’s business operations .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $78,000 - $119,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in state government affairs and public policy, with a strong focus on healthcare advocacy and dialysis policy. Proficient in project management, stakeholder coordination, and legislative analysis to support effective advocacy strategies.

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State Government Affairs ExperienceHealthcare AdvocacyLegislative AnalysisProject ManagementPolicy Tracking

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Hard Skills

Legislative AnalysisPolicy TrackingProject ManagementHealthcare AdvocacyRegulatory AffairsMulti-State CoordinationData AnalysisCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAdaptabilityRelationship BuildingDiscretionFollow-Through

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft TeamsQuorum Bill Tracking ToolAI-Enabled Productivity Tools

Industry Keywords

Dialysis PolicyState LegislationHealthcare DeliveryWorkforce PolicyMedicaidPublic PolicyRegulatory ComplianceGovernment AffairsCoalition ActivityStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and summarize state legislation, regulations, agency guidance, and policy developments affecting dialysis patients and DaVita’s business operations
Maintain organized, accurate, and timely trackers, dashboards, calendars, and work plans across multiple state policy workstreams
Lead tracking and internal coordination related to state non-compete legislation and regulations, including issue summaries, state comparisons, implementation timelines, and potential business or workforce impacts
Coordinate internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to assess policy proposals, develop organizational positions, and support advocacy on behalf of dialysis patients and the kidney care industry
Prepare concise briefs, issue summaries, talking points, fact sheets, presentations, comment letters, testimony, and other advocacy materials
Partner with Legal, Compliance, Operations, Clinical, Human Resources, Communications, and other teams to evaluate policy impacts and align advocacy strategies
Monitor state legislative sessions, agency proceedings, hearings, rulemakings, and relevant association or coalition activity; provide timely updates and recommended next steps
Support state government affairs leaders, external consultants, and coalition partners with research, materials, project coordination, and execution of advocacy plans across multiple states
Maintain records and documentation needed to support applicable lobbying, ethics, and disclosure requirements
Use the Quorum bill tracking tool

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA or BS degree in public policy, political science, government, health policy, healthcare administration, communications required
Three or more years of experience in state government affairs, public policy, legislative or regulatory affairs, healthcare advocacy, a governmental agency, a trade association, or a related private-sector role is preferred
Experience managing multi-state policy tracking, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders, and supporting legislative or regulatory advocacy is strongly preferred
Experience with kidney care or dialysis policy is preferred
Familiarity with non-compete and healthcare workforce policy is preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong project management, organizational, prioritization, and follow-through skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and legislative or regulatory tracking platforms
Experience with AI-enabled productivity tools is preferred
Ability to build productive working relationships and coordinate effectively with internal subject matter experts, external stakeholders, consultants, associations, and coalitions
Sound judgment, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage sensitive or rapidly evolving policy matters
Understanding of state legislative, regulatory, and administrative processes, including bill progression, rulemaking, public comment, and implementation
Knowledge of state health policy, Medicaid, healthcare delivery, workforce policy, or related issues
Ability to analyze legislation and regulations, identify operational and patient impacts, compare requirements across states, and translate complex material into concise, actionable guidance
Critical thinking and policy analysis
Ability to create structure, maintain visibility, and drive accountability across complex projects
Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-moving, multi-state policy environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
Family resources
EAP counseling sessions
Access to Headspace®
Backup child and elder care
Maternity/paternity leave
Professional development programs
On-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning
Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions
Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths