Job Family:
Strategy & Transformation Consulting (Payer Provider)
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
The Guidehouse Consulting Commercial Healthcare Payer/Provider candidate will have experience in the healthcare industry, preferably as a healthcare Supply Chain leader and/or within performance improvement within Hospitals, Health Plans or Physician Groups. The Associate Director will work directly with clients to measurably improve their operational outcomes through a mix of workforce strategies, improvement in resource utilization and reduction in variation in care. This is accomplished by leveraging a deep understanding of health system and ambulatory operational best practices supported by data.
He/she will work on the Guidehouse Commercial Healthcare Operational Effectiveness team driving margin and operational improvement at client provider organizations through a combination of data and business process analysis, project management, and deliverable creation. He/she will have subject matter expertise in at least one of our solution areas and business acumen to become a recognized, credible, and trusted partner to our clients.
Competencies used:
Ability to lead and mentor a team of resources, manage prioritization of tasks, and ensure accountabilityAptitude to lead meetings and conversations with client stakeholders, including executivesAbility to meet with and present to Guidehouse and client project executives on project status, potential risk, and issue resolutionStrong aptitude in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and assisting clients in optimizing supply chain processes in support of better use of their ERP systemEnthusiasm and willingness to play lead role in Guidehouse Payer/Provider internal practice development activitiesCuriosity and interest with client and Guidehouse teams to assess and implement supply chain improvement opportunities and savings initiatives relevant in the hospital environmentExpertise in sourcing, analyzing, negotiating, implementing, and validating contract management process stepsAbility to facilitate and lead the strategic sourcing process including contract negotiations and leveraging supplier relationships for categories including, but not limited to, clinical supplies, physician preference items, purchased services, lab, and pharmacyExperience reviewing pricing and business terms for capital equipment, service contracts, and value-based or at-risk contractsExperience with conducting formal business reviews that leverage a supplier scorecard processUnderstanding of healthcare inventory management systems and general operations principles (i.e. P2P, shipping, receiving, inventory management, par planning and management, etc.)Familiarity with health system Value Analysis programsAbility to develop and deliver creative solutions to address needs throughout an organization including optimization of capital asset strategies, processing vendor transactions, and establishing system- and facility-level policies and processesAptitude to develop foundational training materialsComfortable interfacing with hospital executives to report realized savings and to develop strategies for ongoing risk mitigation
What You Will Need:
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Strong client leadership skills and ability to sell add-on work and recognize business development opportunitiesDemonstrated ability to work in challenging situationsDemonstrated ability leading successful teams and managing through conflictAbility to complete projects with attention to detail on tight timelinesAssures high quality work by taking advantage of learning opportunities and self-motivatedCommunicates effectively and demonstrates leadership role with physicians, clinicians, administrators, colleagues, and fellow Guidehouse resourcesThe annual salary range for this position is $155,000.00-$259,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
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
About Guidehouse
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