Rural Health Transformation Consultant

Job Summary Design and support implementation of Medicaid and public health transformation initiatives, with a focus on rural health systems. This role blends policy analysis, program strategy, and stakeholder engagement to help state clients improve service delivery, strengthen care models, and drive measurable outcomes across complex health programs. Duties and Responsibilities Reviews and develops expertise in state Medicaid and public health program operations, with a focus on health transformation initiatives, including rural health care delivery systems Manage large grant implementation programs, and experience with federal grant reporting, compliance and program administration Supports analysis, design, and implementation of health policy and program initiatives, including Medicaid waivers, value-based payment models, and system transformation efforts. Analyzes and interprets federal and state laws, regulations, and guidance to inform program design, compliance, and implementation strategies. Assesses best practices and provides technical assistance to clients to improve service delivery, program performance, and operational efficiency. Supports development of program strategies, operational plans, and implementation approaches aligned with client goals. Conducts quantitative and qualitative analyses to inform policy, program design, and decision-making. Contributes to development of reports, policy memos, presentations, and other client deliverables that translate complex information into clear, actionable insights. Manages small projects, workstreams, and tasks with limited supervision while meeting established timelines and performance expectations. Facilitates client discussions, stakeholder engagement sessions, and working meetings with state agencies, providers, and community partners. Coordinates with cross-functional teams to support project delivery, ensuring alignment across policy, program, and data workstreams. Participates in business development activities, including proposal writing, content development, and supporting sales efforts. Supports continuous improvement by identifying challenges, risks, and opportunities and recommending practical solutions. Required Skills Ability to understand service delivery systems for Medicaid, public health, and behavioral health programs administered by states and monitored by federal regulators. Ability to interpret complex federal and state regulations and apply them to program design, implementation, and operations. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, SAS, or similar) preferred. Ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative information into clear insights and recommendations. Understanding of health care delivery systems, including experience with rural health systems (e.g., critical access hospitals, FQHCs) preferred. Familiarity with behavioral health systems, including crisis response, SUD services, or integrated care models preferred. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities within defined timelines and budgets. Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills to effectively engage clients and stakeholders. Creative problem-solving ability and a consulting mindset. Commitment to exceptional client service and high-quality deliverables. Excellent business writing skills and ability to present to a variety of audiences. Ability to identify issues, assess implications, and recommend practical solutions. Self-starter with intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or 5 years’ experience required and Master’s degree in public health (MPH), public administration (MPA), health policy, or related field preferred 2–5+ years of experience in consulting, public health, healthcare policy, or program implementation Experience supporting policy analysis, program design, or implementation efforts Experience with Medicaid programs, health transformation initiatives, or value-based care models preferred Supervisory Responsibility Business Analysts Working Conditions Office setting May require travel to client sites or stakeholder meetings, including rural communities, as project needs dictate. Compensation and Benefits Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. PCG offers a range of benefits, including medical and dental care, 401(k), PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave. Immigration Sponsorship PCG does not sponsor newly hired foreign national workers for work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship. EEO Statement Public Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work. Public Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. 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