Forward Deployed Process Consultant- R37

Jobgether SRL; United States; A distancia; USD 114.000 - 227.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual base salary

Annual bonus (10% target)

Remote work within the US

Full-time employment

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Partner Company in the United States seeks a Forward Deployed Process Consultant to bridge strategy and operations in healthcare coding and revenue cycle performance. You will assess workflows, design future-state solutions, and implement AI-powered tools to improve coding efficiency and accuracy while coordinating with executives, process engineers, and frontline staff.

Remote within the United States with possible on-site work in Gautier, MS and up to ~50% travel to client sites.

Formación

• Active coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA (CIC/CPC/CCS/RHIA/RHIT).
• Experience in client-facing healthcare consulting, preferably with medical coding or revenue cycle improvements.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS coding guidelines and reimbursement methodologies.
• Significant experience in process optimization, workflow analysis, and project management.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical and operational solutions, including technology adoption support.
• Proficiency in analyzing operational data, identifying trends, and making data-driven recommendations.
• Ability to apply AI-enabled tools and automation to coding workflows and performance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills (executive to frontline teams).
• Change management capabilities to drive adoption and training.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, consultants, and healthcare professionals.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of current mid-cycle medical coding operations and identify improvements.
• Collaborate on solution design, roadmaps, and future-state process flows.
• Translate business requirements into technical architectures and execution plans.
• Provide medical coding expertise aligned with standards and reimbursement rules.
• Analyze coding workflows using AI and automation to boost efficiency and accuracy.
• Develop implementation strategies and stakeholder communication plans.
• Design end-user training and change management activities.
• Engage with executives and cross-functional teams to align goals.
• Establish KPIs and SLAs to monitor value and performance.
• Coordinate project activities and ensure smooth deployment in day-to-day operations.
• Drive continuous improvement and client collaboration.

Conocimientos

Active coding certification

Healthcare consulting

Medical coding know-how

Process improvement

Technology implementation

Data analysis

AI & automation awareness

Stakeholder management

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Performance management

Travel readiness

Descripción del empleo

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Forward Deployed Process Consultant – R37 based in the United States.

The Forward Deployed Process Consultant will bridge strategic business objectives and operational execution to help healthcare organizations optimize medical coding processes and revenue cycle performance. This role combines healthcare consulting expertise, process improvement, data analysis, and technology implementation to deliver measurable operational outcomes. You will assess existing workflows, translate business requirements into future-state solutions, and help implement AI-powered tools that improve coding efficiency and accuracy. Working closely with executives, process engineers, consulting teams, and frontline staff, you will drive alignment, facilitate change, and support the adoption of innovative solutions. You will also establish performance monitoring frameworks to track key metrics and sustain long-term improvements. This opportunity offers a dynamic, client-facing environment where your expertise can contribute to better financial performance, streamlined healthcare operations, and improved experiences for patients and providers.

Accountabilities

• Process Assessment and Optimization: Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing mid-cycle medical coding operations, including workflow analysis, standard operating procedures, process mapping, and identification of improvement opportunities.
• Solution Design and Roadmapping: Collaborate with process engineers and consulting teams to deliver technology-enabled claim solutions by developing product vision documents, implementation roadmaps, and future-state process flows.
• Business and Technical Translation: Convert business requirements into technical architectures, operational workflows, and actionable implementation plans aligned with client objectives.
• Medical Coding Expertise: Provide technical and operational guidance on medical coding throughout client engagements, ensuring alignment with applicable coding standards, reimbursement requirements, and industry best practices.
• AI-Driven Process Improvement: Analyze and optimize medical coding workflows using artificial intelligence and automation technologies to improve efficiency, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
• Implementation Planning: Develop implementation strategies tailored to client-specific use cases, including stakeholder communication plans, deployment activities, and operational readiness requirements.
• Change Management and Training: Design end-user technology training programs and change management initiatives that encourage adoption, support organizational transitions, and establish continuous feedback mechanisms.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with executive leadership, operational teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to align coding processes with strategic goals and facilitate effective communication.
• Performance Measurement: Establish sustainable monitoring mechanisms for key performance indicators (KPIs) and service-level agreements (SLAs), enabling measurable value creation and ongoing operational performance tracking.
• Project Management: Coordinate implementation activities, process improvement initiatives, and client deliverables to ensure solutions are effectively deployed and integrated into day-to-day operations.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify emerging challenges, recommend practical solutions, and support the ongoing refinement of healthcare processes and technology-enabled workflows.
• Client Collaboration: Build trusted relationships with healthcare clients, helping them navigate complex operational challenges and adopt sustainable best practices.

Requirements

• Professional Certification: An active coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA is required for this mid-cycle coding-focused role. Accepted credentials include CIC, CPC, CCS, RHIA, or RHIT.
• Healthcare Consulting Experience: Demonstrated experience in client-facing healthcare consulting, preferably involving medical coding, revenue cycle management, or healthcare operations improvement.
• Medical Coding Expertise: Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS coding guidelines, along with healthcare reimbursement methodologies and related compliance requirements.
• Process Improvement: Significant experience in process optimization, workflow analysis, project management, and implementation support.
• Technology Implementation: Ability to translate business needs into practical technical and operational solutions, including experience supporting technology adoption and process transformation.
• Data Analysis: Proficiency in analyzing operational data, identifying performance trends, evaluating process effectiveness, and developing recommendations based on measurable results.
• AI and Automation Awareness: Ability to assess opportunities for applying AI-enabled tools and automation to improve medical coding workflows and operational performance.
• Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence key stakeholders, facilitate discussions, and communicate effectively with executive leaders and frontline production teams.
• Change Management: Ability to champion organizational change, support end-user training, address resistance, and promote the adoption of new processes and technologies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively with process engineers, consulting teams, technical specialists, and healthcare operations professionals.
• Performance Management: Familiarity with developing and monitoring KPIs, SLAs, and other performance measures to demonstrate value and sustain improvements.
• Work Arrangement and Travel: The position is listed as remote within the United States; however, assignments may require on-site work in Gautier, Mississippi, and/or travel to that location approximately 50% of the time, depending on client needs.

Benefits

• Annual Base Salary: $113,520–$226,555.68, depending on role level, location, relevant skills, experience, education, and training.
• Annual Bonus: Eligibility to participate in an annual bonus plan with a target bonus of 10%.
• Employment Type: Full-time position.
• Remote Work: Remote position within the United States, subject to client assignment requirements and potential on-site work or travel.
• Professional Development: Opportunities to expand expertise in healthcare revenue cycle management, process engineering, medical coding, and AI-enabled solutions.
• Career Growth: Access to opportunities for continued learning, cross-functional collaboration, and exploration of new career paths.
• Meaningful Impact: The opportunity to improve healthcare operational performance, support financial sustainability for healthcare providers, and contribute to better patient and provider experiences.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside healthcare professionals, technology specialists, and consulting teams in a continuously evolving industry.
• Additional Benefits: A competitive benefits package is offered, although specific healthcare coverage, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefit details were not fully specified in the available job description.