Consultant, Healthcare Strategy – Transformation

Guidehouse

Consultant for healthcare strategy & transformation at Guidehouse. Supporting payers with data-driven insights and strategic recommendations.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeMcLean • Maryland, New York, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $74,000 - $124,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills with advanced Excel proficiency and a foundational understanding of healthcare payer operations, including reimbursement structures. Capable of developing client-ready deliverables and effectively communicating insights to stakeholders.

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Healthcare Payer OperationsData AnalysisAdvanced Excel ProficiencyClient Deliverables CreationPublic Trust Clearance

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Hard Skills

Data CleaningQuantitative AnalysisQualitative AnalysisTrend IdentificationMarket Research

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem SolvingStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

SQLBI Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

Healthcare IndustryConsultingReimbursement StructuresPayment OutcomesFederal Health Transformation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

We are building out of team with Consultants who have a solid understanding of how healthcare payer organizations operate, especially in the commercial market
Support structured problem solving by breaking down ambiguous questions into well-defined components
Contribute to data analysis and insight generation by cleaning data, conducting basic quantitative and qualitative analyses, and identifying trends and drivers related to cost, utilization, quality, access, or operational performance
Conduct research and market scans to support strategic recommendations
Develop client-ready deliverables (slides, exhibits, brief memos)
Assist with stakeholder engagement activities by preparing for meetings and interviews
Support federal health transformation initiatives through analysis and documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
2+ years of experience in consulting and/or healthcare industry roles
Foundational understanding of payer operations and how reimbursement/payment structures and policies influence payment outcomes
Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data; advanced Excel proficiency required (SQL/BI tools a plus)
Ability to create clear, well-organized client deliverables and communicate effectively (written and verbal)
Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance (US Citizenship required)
Ability to travel as needed; up to 25%.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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