Consultant - Integrated Data Systems

Freedman HealthCare LLC (FHC) is a growing Massachusetts-based consulting firm with a national footprint. We have helped more than 25 states build and use healthcare databases to improve quality, affordability, and equity. We aim to be the partner of choice for policymakers and changemakers who use data to transform healthcare and promote health, well-being, and justice. Freedman HealthCare is an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and growing consultancy with a culture of teamwork, open

communication, and meeting exacting standards.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Consultant to support our work with states in developing, managing, and growing integrated health data systems (IDS). FHC currently supports three State IDS projects at various phases of the lifecycle from nascent to mature. These data systems are used by government officials, researchers, healthcare providers, health insurers, and others to identify population trends and examine critical issues such as economic opportunity, opioid use, homelessness, healthcare access and outcomes, and education.

The Consultant will collaborate with colleagues to design and efficiently implement IDS initiatives that meet the highest quality standards. You will advise clients on how to leverage collected data to develop analytics and visualizations that advance state priorities. Working closely with FHC leadership, you will help implement best practices across IDS projects, monitor industry trends, identify new opportunities, and share success stories.

As the FHC lead on health data projects, you will provide subject matter expertise to clients and internal teams while delegating and overseeing all project tasks through to completion. Reporting to a Senior Consultant, you may also supervise up to 1-2 Project Associates and explore opportunities to extend FHC’s existing client relationships and build new business.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Serve as trusted advisor to State-agency IDS clients and others that work in the healthcare industry to understand their specific challenges and goals and propose appropriate methodologies and
• Serve as lead and accountable party on IDS projects, with responsibility for execution of all client deliverables, including content, quality, and accuracy.
• Delegate work to, and oversee, cross-functional project teams – including data engineers, project managers, and subject matter experts – to achieve project goals and deliverables on time and on budget.
• Scope and draft written deliverables, organizing key information in a clear and impactful
• Lead stakeholder meetings and develop presentation materials such as slide decks and briefing
• Supervise 1-2 Project Associates, as requested, providing guidance, mentorship, and support, including day-to-day supervision.
• Identify opportunities to expand Freedman HealthCare’s project management offerings, including extending existing client relationships and building new business.
• Contribute to RFP’s and other bid
• Continuously build additional subject matter expertise and work collaboratively with FHC leadership to ensure consistency across IDS projects.

Required Skills/ Abilities:

At hire:

• Proven experience in successfully leading and managing heath data projects, ideally with a focus on IDS projects
• Experience in project design and evaluation, including experience in defining project roles and delegating tasks appropriately
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and work under deadlines
• Demonstrable writing and presentation skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to derive insights from complex datasets and identify trends and key takeaways in a clear manner

• Self-motivation and time management skills, with the ability to thrive in a remote work
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attentiveness to evolving client needs
• Strategic mindset, with the ability to align work and project approaches with FHC’s business objectives
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Project, Excel and PowerPoint

Acquired during employment:

• Expands and continuously builds subject matter expertise in a domain relevant to FHC clients’ current or future needs.
• Experience and success in business development
• Increasing management and supervision skills

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Advance degree (Master’s of Public Health or similar) preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of experience leading and managing project teams in the health data or health policy fields

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Note:

• Vaccination for COVID-19 is required and FHC will consider accommodations for disability- and religious-based reasons.
• The job description provided above is a general outline and may be subject to modifications based on specific organizational requirements.

Freedman HealthCare, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strongly encourage applications and inquiries from women, LGBTQIA+ identified persons, Black, Indigenous, People of Color, people with disabilities, and others from historically underrepresented communities. We believe that embracing diversity in our workplace is essential to achieving the best results for our clients and as an organization.