Managing Consultant – Clinical and Operational Improvement

Guidehouse

. Work directly with clients to measurably improve operational outcomes .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational improvement strategies within health systems, leveraging data analysis and client relationship management to drive financial and clinical outcomes. Proficient in project management and consulting, with a strong focus on developing workflow redesign strategies and enhancing resource utilization.

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Operational ImprovementData AnalysisClient Relationship ManagementProject ManagementConsulting Experience

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisWorkflow RedesignFinancial AnalysisComplex AnalyticsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsLeadership SkillsTeam ManagementCuriosityConflict Management

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsConsulting Software

Industry Keywords

Health System LeadershipOperational Best PracticesAccount ManagementBusiness DevelopmentClient Presentations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work directly with clients to measurably improve operational outcomes
Develop and implement workflow redesign strategies
Improve resource utilization and reduce variation in care
Apply health system and ambulatory operational best practices supported by data
Drive financial, clinical, and operational improvement at client provider organizations
Perform data and business process analysis
Manage projects and create deliverables
Serve as a subject matter expert in at least one solution area
Build credibility and trusted partnerships with clients
Establish account management relationships with key client counterparts
Research industry issues and help develop practice responses
Assist with Statements of Work, Project Plans, proposals, and client presentations
Expand consulting skills through training, mentoring, and client interaction
Assist in selling add-on work and identifying business development opportunities
Lead successful teams and manage through conflict

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree; minimum bachelor’s degree, graduate degree preferred
Minimum 5+ years’ relevant work experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Strong written and oral communication skills
Previous consulting or health system leadership experience
Strong understanding of technology, tools and use of AI in client environments
Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% of the time
Curiosity and enthusiasm with client and Guidehouse teams
Ability to conduct relevant research and perform complex analytics on large data sets
Ability to draw conclusions and make relevant recommendations based on analyses
Ability to articulate financial results and process/sub-process measures across multiple areas
Ability to establish account management relationships with key client counterparts
Ability to identify key industry issues and assist in developing practice responses
Ability to assist with Statements of Work, Project Plans, proposals, and client presentations
Strong client leadership skills and ability to assist in selling add-on work and recognize business development opportunities
Demonstrated ability to work in challenging situations and remain a good teammate
Demonstrated ability leading successful teams and managing through conflict
Ability to complete projects with attention to detail on tight timelines
Effective communication and leadership with physicians, clinicians, administrators, colleagues, and Guidehouse resources

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Flexible benefits package