Job Description:POLITICO is seeking an ambitious and versatile reporter to cover health policy on Capitol Hill.
The reporter will cover legislation within the purview of the Appropriations, Energy and Commerce; Ways and Means; Finance; and Health, Education, Labor and Pensions committees, and the lawmakers serving on those panels.
This position is designed for a reporter who can zoom out and zoom in. Our health care team serves both health professionals with keen interest in health care legislation and politically interested readers drawn to stories that put health policy within a broader context.
What You'll Do:- Cover health care legislation, oversight and political developments on Capitol Hill
- Track activity across key congressional committees and the lawmakers who serve on them
- Break news and produce sharp, engaging stories on deadline
- Work closely with congressional leadership reporters and reporters covering Health Department agencies and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- Contribute regularly to the Pulse and Prescription Pulse newsletters
- Collaborate with reporters and editors across POLITICO to connect congressional dynamics with policy substance
What You'll Need- A strong grasp of Congress and the legislative process, including key committees
- Experience covering, or a demonstrated ability to quickly master, health care policy debates
- A track record of breaking news and delivering sharp, engaging stories on deadline
- Strong writing skills and an eye for characters, conflict and momentum in policy debates
- Comfort working collaboratively with leadership and policy reporters across POLITICO
Please submit a resume, cover letter and 3-5 clips under the Resume/CV section of the application.
COMPENSATION: $90,000-$120,000 Annual Base. The final salary offered will be based on factors including relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.
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Posting date:2026-09-04
Title:Health Care Reporter, Congress
