Health Policy Analyst

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Heartland Whole Health Institute is a non-profit that addresses physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being by working with health systems, employers, and communities to redesign health care delivery.
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* Job Description:

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* Job Title:

** Health Policy Analyst
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* Reports to:

** Vice President, Policy and Strategic Planning
** FLSA Classification:
** Exempt  
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* Location:

** Bentonville, Arkansas (On-site)
** Date Reviewed**: 1/7/2026
** Who We Are
** Heartland Whole Health Institute (HWHI) is dedicated to transforming health care – beginning in our home of Northwest Arkansas and scaling to disrupt the national health crisis. We advocate, educate, and guide the implementation of an innovative system, rooted in whole health and the realignment of financial incentives. Our team members are collaborative, analytical, mission-driven, and working together to change the status quo.

The Institute’s 85,000-square-foot facility is located on the campus of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art near Alice L. Walton School of Medicine.
** About The Position
** The Health Policy Analyst supports the Vice President of Policy and Strategic Planning by providing in-depth health policy research and analysis to inform institute-level strategy, positioning, and policy engagement. This role focuses on forward-looking health policy analysis, including health care payment reform and value-based care policy, to support leadership decision-making and external engagement.

The Health Policy Analyst monitors and evaluates health policy developments at the state and federal level, synthesizes complex policy and data inputs, and prepares materials that support HWHI’s strategic priorities. This position plays a key role in translating policy and payment reform concepts into clear, actionable insights while remaining distinct from day-to-day program execution and workforce implementation.

Success in this role requires strong analytical judgment, a solid understanding of health policy and the ability to communicate complex issues clearly to diverse audiences.
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
**** Health Policy and Payment Reform Analysis
*** Analyze existing and proposed health care policies, regulations, and legislation, including those related to payment reform, reimbursement structures, and value-based care models.
* Conduct in-depth research on health policy issues, payment reform trends, and best practices using literature reviews, comparative analysis, and data-informed methods.
* Evaluate potential impacts of policy and payment reform proposals on access, quality, cost, population health, and care delivery systems.
* Monitor state and federal policy developments, regulatory changes, and emerging health policy trends.
* Maintain awareness of evolving health care policy landscapes, with particular attention to payment reform and value-based care initiatives.
* Identify emerging risks, opportunities, and strategic considerations for HWHI leadership.
** Strategic Research and Insight Development
*** Synthesize epidemiological, financial, demographic, and policy data to support evidence-based insights for leadership.
* Prepare policy briefs, issue analyses, background materials, talking points, and summaries to inform institute-level strategy and external positioning.
* Translate complex policy concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for executive and stakeholder audiences.
** Collaboration and Stakeholder Support
*** Support leadership engagement with policymakers, agencies, and external stakeholders by preparing research, analysis, and briefing materials.
* Collaborate with internal teams, including Policy and Workforce, Value-Based Initiatives, and Health Care Finance, to ensure alignment of policy analysis with organizational priorities.
* Contribute analytical insights to cross-functional discussions while maintaining a focus on strategy rather than program execution.
** Additional Responsibilities
*** Contribute to HWHI’s mission to advance equitable, high-value health…