Associate Director - Clinical Solutions - Care Management/Utilization Management

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital; United States; Remote; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic consultant to drive transformational change in healthcare organizations. This role involves leading complex consulting projects, managing C-Suite client relationships, and leveraging industry expertise to achieve operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in healthcare management, strong financial acumen, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. Join a forward-thinking firm that values innovation and professional growth, offering a comprehensive rewards package and opportunities for development.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Sick Time & Holidays

Discretionary Incentive Bonus

Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life & Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Programs

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of consulting or industry experience, with 3 years in client-facing roles.
• Experience in management level within healthcare provider or payer settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead consulting engagements for healthcare organizations through transformational change.
• Manage client relationships at the C-Suite level and deliver operational services.

Skills

Consulting

Healthcare Management

Operational Change Management

Financial Analysis

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Job Family: Strategy & Transformation Consulting

Travel Required: Up to 75%+

Clearance Required: None

What You Will Do:

This position involves delivering high-quality consulting services to clients in the Guidehouse Clinical Solutions Practice. Our focus is on transforming healthcare organizations through virtual, digital, and automated technologies, as well as advanced data analytics. Responsibilities include:

1. Leading cross-continuum consulting engagements through transformational change for payer and provider organizations.
2. Leveraging industry relationships for sales and engagement opportunities.
3. Managing client relationships at the C-Suite level and providing operational delivery.
4. Delivering industry expertise and management consulting services.
5. Achieving return on investment and financial results through process and tactic implementation.
6. Establishing account management relationships with key decision makers.
7. Applying industry best practices in clinical care, care management, utilization management, throughput, and post-acute services.
8. Creating client-ready deliverables.
9. Mentoring team members to develop skills and knowledge.
10. Providing visible leadership within the account and practice.

What You Will Need:

• 7-10 years of relevant consulting or industry experience, including 3 years of client-facing consulting leading complex projects.
• Recent healthcare provider or payer setting experience at the management level.
• Ability to develop and lead complex operational change and clinical improvement programs.
• Clinical licensure and a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; a graduate degree is preferred.
• Excellent financial and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Willingness to travel up to 75%.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience with inpatient throughput, utilization review, and denials management.
• Payer care management, utilization management, and quality experience.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and monitor performance metrics.
• 5 years of project/program management leadership in large provider systems.
• Knowledge of industry IT and tech-enabled solutions.
• Ability to adapt and lead in changing business conditions.

The annual salary range is $135,000 - $225,000, depending on various factors.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse provides a comprehensive rewards package, including competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Sick Time & Holidays
• Discretionary incentive bonus eligibility
• Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral & Community Programs

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. For accommodations, contact Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or [e-mail]. All communications will originate from @guidehouse.com domains. We do not charge fees for recruitment and advise caution against third-party solicitations. Report any suspicious activity to our Ethics Hotline.