Policy writer competencies

Policy writer competencies

In this post, you can ref competencies needed for Policy writer position. The standard job competencies include knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA model).

Apart from that, you can ref a job qualification also contains other elements such as education, experience, license, qualities, training courses, physical requirements, degree or certificates…

I. Job qualifications

You can find out competencies from standard job qualification below:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Nursing or related field OR
   Certificate in Professional Coding and at least three years of college credits (incumbents hired prior to 2011)
2. Graduate level training in a scientific field relevant to health services research preferred
3. Minimum five (5) years experience in nursing, research or related clinical which includes organizational and project management experience
4. Experience in health technology assessment and evaluation preferred
5. Clinical research, analytics and writing experience preferred
6. Financial analytics and impact assessment experience preferred
7. Knowledge of healthcare system and factors that affect adoption and implementation of new and emerging healthcare technologies and procedures
8. Knowledge of how to appropriately reference and attribute source material
9. Understanding of medical coding as it relates to diagnosis and procedures
10. Strong literature searching skills and ability to synthesize complex information, a critical mind
11. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain scientific principles concisely and accurately
12. Excellent medical writing skills to write clearly and succinctly for a broad healthcare audience
13. Computer literate; intermediate to advanced proficiency with Windows-based programs and applications
14. Ability to quickly synthesize volumes of information on health technologies and clinical trials in wide variety of clinical areas
15. Ability to analyze financial data, understand trend and formulate recommendations on coverage under the medical plan
16. Attention to detail and ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines
17. Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment
18. Ability to travel occasionally based on business requirements, as needed

II. Key skills employers are looking for

Below are top 7 skills/abilities that every employers are looking for, you should pay attention to them:

1. Adaptability/Flexibility
2. Dependability/Reliability/Responsibility
3. Teamwork
4. Positive Attitude
5. Professionalism
6. Willingness to Learn
7. Communications Skills