Strategy Consultant

Kootenai Hospital; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Wellness program

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

Kootenai Hospital in Coeur d'Alene is looking for a strategic planning professional to support service line leadership. This role involves assessing strategic business decisions and managing projects from concept to implementation, all while applying expertise in healthcare delivery.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree along with significant healthcare experience, and skills in project management and analytics are essential.

Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing or a similar field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a healthcare setting.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management, strategic planning, and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of initiatives from concept phase through transition to operations.
• Participate in the execution of new business units, joint ventures, acquisitions, and services.
• Assist with strategic assessments and analysis such as market opportunity reports.

Skills

Healthcare Administration

Project Management

Data Analytics

Strategic Planning

Healthcare Market Trends

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Assists the strategy department and service line leadership in the overall formation, communication, execution, and completion of the organization’s strategic plan. Operating as an internal consultant, works with leadership to assess strategic business decisions and serves as an analytical and strategic thought partner to proactively grow and develop service lines and business operating units. Supports the modernization and advancement of the healthcare delivery system through developing innovative solutions to complex problems. Applies healthcare discipline expertise to address strategic and operational priorities. Responsible for providing strategic planning, analysis, and service line planning support to leaders. In support of the Results Management Office, manages projects and initiatives from the concept phase through implementation.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development of initiatives from concept phase through transition to operations using a combination of analytical, project management, change management, facilitation, and business management expertise
• Participates in the execution of new business units, joint ventures, acquisitions, and services
• Maintains a strong working knowledge of health care market trends and stays abreast of the evolving health care landscape to serve as a resource for strategic planning activities
• Assists with strategic assessments and analysis such as environmental scans, competitor analysis, and market opportunity reports
• Develops relationships, builds credibility, and influences individuals at all levels, internally and externally, as a trusted advisor and business professional
• Adapts to and leads others through rapidly changing environments, manages competing priorities, and stays highly organized
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing or similar field preferred
• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or similar field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in a healthcare setting strongly preferred
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in project management, strategic planning, and data analytics preferred
• Background and experience with hospital operations desired

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift and move up to 10 lbs
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
• Must be able to maintain a sitting position
• Typical equipment used in an office job
• Repetitive movements

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
• Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
• Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%
• Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
• PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
• Employee referral bonus program

EEO Statement

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.