Consultant or Senior Consultant, Epic Healthcare Consulting

Overview With over 50 years of proven success, ECG, ranked as a Best Midsized Firm to Work For 2026 by Consulting Magazine, is the most experienced healthcare consulting firm in the US. Working exclusively in this space, our people consistently demonstrate their ability to solve challenges for providers and achieve better patient outcomes. Across our eight office locations, we’re seeking individuals who will show the courage to find innovative solutions and make a direct impact on the delivery of healthcare services nationwide. About ECG ECG is a national consulting firm that is redefining healthcare together with its clients. We provide a broad range of strategic, financial, operational, and technology-enabled consulting services to the full continuum of care, including hospitals, health systems, medical groups, academic medical centers, children’s hospitals, cancer centers, ambulatory surgery centers, investors, and payers/health plans. Our work focuses on creating practical, tailored solutions that help clients maximize resources and achieve sustainable results. We value collaboration, integrity, and innovation, and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. Job Details Your Opportunity with ECG: Consultant or Senior Consultant As a consultant or senior consultant at ECG, you will join the ECG consulting pool, playing an essential role in delivering high-quality consulting engagements across ECG’s four divisions: Health System Performance, Medical Group Optimization, Payer Strategy & Contracting, and Strategy & Enterprise Growth. Consultants independently manage analytical work streams, contribute to strategic problem‑solving, and engage directly with client stakeholders while providing guidance to associates and senior associates.Senior consultants lead complex analytical and strategic components, shape client-ready recommendations, oversee the work of junior team members, and contribute to client relationship development and project direction. While this pool member may support client engagements across all ECG service lines, we are specifically seeking candidates with healthcare IT and EHR experience to support projects involving Epic and other EHR platforms. In these engagements, consultants will: Apply their technical expertise to analyze workflows.Identify opportunities for system optimization.Evaluate product capabilities and roadmaps.Develop data-driven recommendations.Translate project requirements into system design, configuration, and build activities. Your Responsibilities May Include Analytical and Strategic Excellence Conduct intermediate‑to‑advanced analyses with accuracy and strong data validation.Develop and enhance analytical models, tools, and dashboards to inform client decision-making.At the senior level, lead complex analyses, design advanced frameworks, and ensure analytical rigor across project teams.Translate analytical outputs into clear, compelling insights that support strategic recommendations. Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking Define project problems, key drivers, and analytical approaches with increasing autonomy.Conduct scenario analysis and evaluate alternatives, identifying assumptions, risks, and implications.Shape logical, evidence-based recommendations aligned with client objectives. Project Management and Work Stream Leadership Independently own and manage work streams—including timelines, risks, dependencies, and deliverable quality.Coordinate proactively with project managers and internal teams to resolve challenges.At the senior level, lead major portions of projects, guide structured problem‑solving, and provide oversight across multiple team members.Model effective project management discipline and help build capabilities within the team.Translate design decisions and project requirements into Epic configuration and build (e.g., templates, visit types, decision trees, SmartTools, order sets, navigators).Perform hands-on build, testing, validation, and change management support through implementation, go-live, and post-live stabilization. Communication and Deliverable Development Lead or own major components of Microsoft PowerPoint decks, Microsoft Excel models, and written deliverables that require minimal revision.Present findings confidently to internal stakeholders and support client presentations.Tailor communication style to technical and non-technical audiences; at the senior level, present complex analyses directly to client executives. Client Interaction and Relationship Building Engage with client stakeholders to gather information, validate assumptions, and present findings.Demonstrate professionalism, preparedness, and credibility in all client interactions.At the senior level, serve as a primary point of contact for work stream areas and support long-term client relationship development. Industry and Strategic Insight Conduct research on healthcare trends, payer dynamics, regulatory changes, and competitive landscapes.Ensure analyses reflect client context and broader market implications.Identify risks, emerging opportunities, and meaningful implications for client strategy. Team Leadership and Developing Others Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.Provide coaching, feedback, and informal mentorship to analysts and senior analysts.At the senior level, offer structured mentoring, oversee the quality of junior team members’ work, and share best practices across the team. Qualifications Ability to thrive in a hybrid consulting environment and travel as neededPrior experience working directly with Epic and maintaining current Epic certifications, including Ambulatory and Cadence, but other core applications will also be consideredStrong understanding of Epic clinical, access, and revenue cycle applications and integrated workflowsWorking knowledge of Epic change control, testing, and validation practices Consultant Master’s degree preferred (business, healthcare administration, public health, analytics, economics, engineering, or related field)Typically, 2+ years of professional experience in consulting, healthcare operations, analytics, or related fields (additional experience required if no advanced degree)Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills; ability to independently conduct intermediate-level analyses and manage multiple priorities Senior Consultant Master’s degree in business or a health-related field preferredTypically, 3+ years of experience in healthcare consulting, operations, or analytics (additional experience required without a master’s)Proven ability to lead complex analyses, present findings to senior audiences, and mentor junior team membersExcellent interpersonal skills, strong judgment, and ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously Job Locations Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Minneapolis, San Diego, or Washington, DCHybrid work schedule, with a minimum of two days per week in office when not traveling for a client engagement Schedule Full time/exempt What You Can Expect Of Us To reward our driven, innovative, and passionate employees, we’ve built a company culture that’s centered on performance. We offer an attractive compensation package, challenging work, and an entrepreneurial environment where you can take ownership of your career—and get out as much as you put in. The estimated base salary range for this job is $110000.00 - $150000.00 annually. It represents a good faith estimate of the range that ECG reasonably expects to pay at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to years of experience, special skills, and market changes. This job is eligible to participate in ECG’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects ECG’s pay-for-performance philosophy. The job is also eligible to participate in ECG’s benefit plans, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) matching program, unlimited PTO, and other wellness programs. Apply now and make an impact for years to come. To begin the recruitment process, please submit your resume via our career site at https://careers.ecgmc.com. ECG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We participate in E-Verify as part of our onboarding process. Having the permanent legal right to work in the United States is a condition of employment. ECG is not currently able to provide assistance to candidates requiring sponsorship or a visa.