The Washington State Health Insurance Pool (WSHIP) is a nonprofit health plan providing health benefits to residents denied health insurance or unable to obtain comprehensive coverage because of their medical status. It was established under the Washington State Health Insurance Access Act of 1987 (RCW 48.41).
WSHIP has offered benefits plans for individual coverage as well as Medicare supplemental coverage. WSHIP’s non-Medicare plans were closed to new enrollment in 2014, and the majority of enrollees today are in our Medicare supplemental plans.
WSHIP is overseen by a Board of Directors that represents consumers, employers, health care providers, agents, and member plans (carriers). The Insurance Commissioner or designee is an ex-officio, non-voting director. The program is funded solely by enrollee premiums and assessments to Member Plans (carriers).
Administration is provided by 90 Degree Benefits who handles eligibility, enrollment, customer service, premium billing, claims processing, and assessment administration. Other vendor partners include Express Scripts for prescription drug services, MedWatch for care management, and First Choice Health for provider network services. An Executive Director oversees the day-to-day operations of the Pool augmented as necessary with consulting services.
Executive Director Job Opening
Our Executive Director has announced her retirement!
WSHIP is now seeking an experienced leader for the Executive Director role. Kara Turner, Turner HR Services, Inc., will be assisting WSHIP in this very important selection process. Please click here for information about the position and for the full job description.
If you have reviewed the position information and feel you have the passion and qualifications to lead our organization, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the following areas:
- Why does WSHIP’s mission and work appeal to you?
- What experience and qualifications make this position the right fit for you?
- Please address how you intend to meet the in-person requirements of this remote position.
Please submit completed materials by email to kara@turnerhrservices.com. Questions regarding the position or materials may be referred to Kara Turner.
First preference given to application packets received by 5pm on October 31, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.