Arlington, VA, The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) is the world’s leading organization for advancing the development, management, and use of safe and effective healthcare technology. AAMI membership is composed of a diverse group of over 11,000 healthcare technology professionals. Through standards, training, conferences, publications, and other resources, AAMI is shaping the future of health technology. AAMI is seeking an Certifications Manager to work with the Vice President, Education, to manage and support AAMI’s certification program. Oversees all aspects of service delivery, driving program growth and ensuring a best-in-class experience for all stakeholders. Also works with volunteers to ensure all certification programs are up-to-date and relevant by facilitating item writing and review sessions, including job task analyses as necessary. Essential Duties (Responsibilities) Volunteer Management Acts as main staff liaison for the ACI Board. Manages and secures volunteers, with the help of the VP, Education, to serve as subject matter experts for certification activities. Works with SMEs to ensure the certification program remains relevant and represents the knowledge base required to successfully perform related jobs and tasks. Certification Delivery Manages end-to-end certification delivery on behalf of AAMI. Serves as a primary resource to individuals seeking information on AAMI certification programs including managing daily communications. Creates, manages, and maintains all certification data. Monitors the certification email inbox and assists with customer needs. Processes certification applications, sending email confirmations and the release of exam results, including entering results into the database. Processes certification renewals including sending renewal packets and updating records. Creates, develops, and maintains reports, procedures, processes, and protocols for the certification program. Works with marketing team to help promote and grow the certification programs. Manages and maintains the policies and procedures for the certification program. Provides input in identification and support in development of new certification programs. Give presentations to local biomed societies and other external stakeholders, as needed. Handles other special projects on an as-needed basis.   Minimum Required Qualifications 5 years of experience within certification or related experience in associations Experience working with and managing volunteers and subject matter experts A positive approach, a focus on teamwork, and delivery of exceptional customer service. Excellent work ethic, organizational, and communication skills Critical thinker with strong project management skills. Detail-oriented, self-directed, and able to effectively complete tasks with minimal supervision Flexible and able to multitask, switch priorities as needed in a dynamic and fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience working with advanced Excel functions and/or other database applications, including Fonteva. Completed the Certificate Program for the Credentialing Specialist or ICC-CCP certification.   Annual bonus eligible, 401(k) Employer contributions, comprehensive benefits package, and wellness benefit. Hybrid work schedule, two days a week in the office.

Columbus OH, Overview The Ohio Association of Broadcasters ( OAB ) is the trade association of over-the-air radio and television stations in the state of Ohio.  The association provides advocacy, compliance and training resources to support member stations in their service to local communities. The President is the OAB’s chief staff position and reports to the Board of Directors. The President provides strategic leadership, sets direction and is accountable for all activities and operations of the association and its foundation. Key Responsibilities Advocacy Lead all aspects of federal advocacy activities, including advocating on broadcaster issues with Ohio’s Congressional delegation, coordinating with National Association of Broadcasters on policy issues, engaging OAB membership in advocacy efforts as needed, coordinating annual visits to Capitol Hill, and engaging with FCC counsel for legal briefs, briefings and other compliance-related activities. Lead all aspects of state advocacy activities, including coordinating with OAB’s contract lobbyist to advocate on issues pending in the Ohio General Assembly that impact broadcasters, and building stakeholder coalitions as needed. Board of Directors Serve as primary liaison with OAB Board, including preparing and presenting annual operating budget and plan to Board for approval, providing regular financial and operations updates to Board, preparing agenda and materials for quarterly Board meetings, and coordinating with Nominating Committee to recruit new board members. Represent the OAB and broadcast industry as needed with local, state and national organizations. Membership Oversee the development and execution of quality member programs, including all events, and develop initiatives to support recruitment of the next generation of broadcasters. Build and maintain relationships with members and ensure regular communication through all appropriate channels. Operations Oversee operations of association and foundation, including hiring and managing staff, and ensuring adherence to association bylaws and compliance with federal and state laws. Manage association finances, including developing annual operating budget and ensuring responsible management of budget objectives, maintaining appropriate and required financial internal controls, and ensuring preparation of annual audit and tax filings. Oversee administration of Public Education Partnership (PEP) program, including establishing annual PEP revenue objectives, managing outside consultant recruiting new sponsors, and managing relationships with existing PEP sponsors. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in communications, business administration, public policy, media, or a related field. Minimum 10 years of association or broadcasting experience and at least five years of experience in a senior leadership role within association management, media, public affairs, or government relations. Strong understanding of public policy process, regulatory issues, media, and management preferred. Experience in budgeting and financial management. Ability to travel in-state and out-of-state as needed for meetings, conferences and industry events. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Core Competencies and Skills Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans, manage complex projects, major events, and drive results. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build consensus and influence decision-making. Relationship management to build partnerships, develop strong relationships and influence outcomes. Passion for our mission, our team, and our members. This position will work from our OAB headquarters in downtown Columbus.  Twenty percent travel is expected. Application Instructions To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@oab.org .  The OAB is an equal opportunity employer. We offer salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits. We offer salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits.

Alexandria, VA, Title:  Director, Commercial Payment and Advocacy Department/Unit:  Commercial Payment and Advocacy/Public Affairs FLSA Status:   Full-time, Exempt Location:   This position is located onsite at the APTA headquarters in Alexandria, VA. About APTA Do you want to contribute to an organization dedicated to improving societal health? Would you like to collaborate with colleagues who are passionate about making a difference? Are you excited to work in a new state-of-the-art building designed to encourage movement, participation, and employee health? Then you want to work for APTA! APTA is the trusted leader for the physical therapy profession, representing more than 100,000 physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and physical therapy students. Our approximately 150 employees support the association’s mission to build a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society. Located in Alexandria, Virginia, APTA has outstanding employee benefits, including flexible work schedules, generous retirement contributions, and travel subsidies for employees who choose public and active transportation. Summary Reporting to the Vice President of Public Affairs, this position will be the lead staff for the department.  Implements strategies to support organizational priorities with focus on departmental contributions to public engagement strategy for Association. Supervises staff including ensuring adherence to Association policies and procedures, coaching staff and supporting engagement and participation in the workplace. Supports appointed and member volunteer groups and APTA leadership. Prepares for approval compliance requirements and documents and seeks out opportunities for continuous quality improvement in department activities. Is an effective champion of the Association vision, mission and brand. Essential Functions Key decision maker in discussions about overall payment and insurer relations positioning, tone, strategy Advises and provides recommendations to the CEO and Board of Directors on payment and insurer relations strategy for the association Provides counsel and support to executives and leadership in all payment and insurer relations issues; ensure that executives have a clear and timely view of opportunities and challenges Seeks new methods and creative strategies to advance key payment and insurer relations initiatives and other topics of interest Leads, identifies, develops, and oversees the execution and evaluation of a coordinated payment and insurer relations advocacy strategies designed to advance APTA’s Public Policy Agenda. Oversees staff liaison(s) to the American Medical Association’s (AMA) Current Procedural Terminology Editorial Committee (CPT), Resource-Based Relative Value Scale Update Committee (RUC), and related Health Care Professional Advisory Committee Conducts high-quality analyses and develops relevant health care coding policy recommendations with implications for the professions Prepares and oversees the preparation of analyses, issue briefs, letters, testimony, model legislative language, and other policy-related resources as needed that are designed to advance the relevant health care priorities within APTA’s Public Policy Agenda Identifies, develops, maintains, and leverages relationships with key staff at the Department of Health and Human Services for relevant policymaking and state officials such as State Insurance Commissioners and Workers Compensation directors Identifies, develops, maintains, and leverages relationships with relevant staff of external organizations, including coalitions, in accordance with relevant APTA policies Collaborates on communications, messaging, and grassroots materials that are designed to advance APTA’s Public Policy Agenda Collaborates with APTA State Affairs on payment issues impacting state workers comp programs. Leads engagement with APTA state chapter payment advocacy liaisons Develops and oversees the development of articles and other products for online and print communications Provides technical assistance to APTA’s membership, consumers, and other interested parties as needed Contributes to implementing public engagement strategy for the Association Accountable for meeting performance expectations and metrics for department and respective budget activities Assures preparation of compliance requirements as outlined below including timely submission of all required forms Supervises staff within the department, assuring adherence to policies and procedures, coaching staff, recruitment and retention of team members and ensuring morale, engagement, and participation in the workplace Provides recommendations on advancing operations within the department to gain efficiencies, grow revenue, and provide stewardship of association resources Contributes to quality assurance and continuous quality/performance improvement in department activities, including supporting unit leader in annual assessments of respective budget activities described above Supports the Public Affairs team in the implementation of the Association’s programs, priorities, and projects Manages implementation of appointed and volunteer groups efforts in partnership with unit lead and staff colleagues Provides department level data which supports and aligns with the APTA data strategy respective jurisdictional budget activities Provides strategic insight, counsel, data and intelligence to unit leader and executive leadership as appropriate on best practices related to the work of Public Relations through briefings, reports and presentations Supports external relationship growth and collaboration through relationship building with external counterparts. Contributes to unit efforts to seek business opportunities which align with public engagement strategy, the APTA brand, and organizational priorities. Staff Expectations Upholds and fosters team values Complies with all APTA policies and procedures Performs other duties as assigned to foster the achievement of association priorities Qualifications Bachelor's degree required. 5+ years in payment, insurer relations advocacy. Experience effectively leading, managing, developing and mentoring others. Budget planning and implementation.  Highly developed skills in communication and leadership. Project management skills a plus. Excellent oral/written communication and presentation skills.  Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills. High initiative and a proven ability to achieve results. Ability to work in a highly collaborative work environment which requires the ability to work as a team player with cross-functional staff teams and with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders. Travel Requirements 0 - 10% - local, National How To Apply Please send resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, when applying. Principals only; no agencies; no phone calls, please. Candidates selected to participate in an interview will be contacted by Human Resources. The American Physical Therapy Association is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. APTA participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information, please visit e-verify.uscis.gov. APTA is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and invites and welcomes applicants with diversity of experience, mindset, and skills to add value to APTA and our staff community.