Business consultant

Surgical Directions is the country’s premier procedural health tech-enabled services company. We provide consulting, leadership, and technology solutions that power the future of procedural and anesthesia care. We have partnered with over 400 clients across the country, and consistently deliver exceptional results. We instill realistic and lasting change via our peer-to-peer collaboration, clinical and analytics expertise, and proven methodologies that effectively challenge the status quo.

We support our clients and our employees through these core values:

• Build trust
• Empower all
• Embrace change
• Demonstrate respect
• Be accountable
• Celebrate success

We invite you to grow with us and help shape the future of procedural care.

As a Consultant, you will be part of a team responsible for solving complex and strategic issues faced by hospitals, health systems, and medical centers. Small project teams allow you access to client executives, as well as regular contact and coaching from highly seasoned consultants. We are unique in that we offer Managers and Associates visibility within the firm and exposure to a broad range of healthcare projects, including strategy, workforce solutions, supply chain and performance improvement.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop a project’s approach and workplan. Establish milestones and due dates. assign roles, and measure project progress.
• Work with the client to ensure complete and efficient data collection and interpretation. Function as the primary data contact with clients for data-related needs.
• Communicate the goals of the engagement and the process design.
• Perform detailed quantitative analysis, build Excel models, and prepare project materials and reports including operational and financial projections.
• Develop and communicate periodic project status summations to the client including the value-added benefits provided by the project.
• Develop project findings and recommendations and assist in the design and implementation of recommended solutions. Present final deliverables to the client.
• Identify follow-on opportunities and assist in scoping follow-up engagements.
• Standardize deliverables (methodologies and templates) to facilitate utilization with other projects.
• Contribute to internal Surgical Direction projects during non-billable project time.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients and team members.
• Working understanding of project management, process redesign, and change management principles.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Understanding of key financial concepts and how to utilize this knowledge when weighing options and making decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Advanced experience with the Microsoft Office Suite and other analytical software packages.
• Availability and willingness to travel 80% of the time and work extended hours, as needed.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in project management, consulting, hospital operations, or a related healthcare environment preferred.
• Lean, PMP, or other relevant project management/process improvement certification is a plus.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this role is $73,100 to $108,100 annually, commensurate with experience. At Surgical Directions, we recognize that people are the lifeblood of our organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits. Learn more about the benefits of working at Surgical Directions. https://www.surgicaldirections.com/who-we-are/careers/benefits/

Surgical Directions is an equal-opportunity employer.