Forward-Deployed Transformation Consultant, Sr.

Job Description

Join a team that s shaping the future of pediatric care. Children's Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children s hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Overview

This is 100% remote position. CHLA requires a primary residence in California prior to start date.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Purpose Statement/Position Summary:

The Forward Deployed Transformation Senior Consultant serves as a senior strategic advisor and embedded transformation leader for assigned clinical, operational, research, and administrative areas across Children s Hospital Los Angeles. Working in close collaboration with executive, physician, operational, and departmental leaders, this role leads complex transformation initiatives that advance through operational and strategic transformation initiatives that improve cost-effectiveness, efficiency, productivity, resource utilization, and financial performance. The Senior Consultant develops deep knowledge of assigned business areas and serves as a trusted advisor to leadership teams, helping identify opportunities, define strategic priorities, and execute initiatives that drive measurable results. Through an embedded partnership model, the Senior Consultant translates enterprise objectives into sustainable operational, digital and organizational improvements.

This position leads high-impact, cross-functional transformation efforts requiring advanced expertise in strategic planning, operational improvement, change leadership, stakeholder engagement, and project execution. The Senior Consultant applies operational improvement methodologies, data-driven insights, performance analytics, innovation practices, and emerging technologies to address complex organizational challenges, optimize business processes, and accelerate achievement of CHLA s strategic goals. In addition to leading transformation initiatives, the Senior Consultant serves as a mentor providing guidance to consultants and project teams while helping identify opportunities to scale successful practices, strengthen transformation capabilities, and promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:

Required:

• 7 years of experience in healthcare operations, consulting, business analysis, performance improvement, project management, finance, analytics, or related field.
• Healthcare consulting, healthcare operations, or hospital experience.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working on cross-functional projects or initiatives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, data analysis tools, and presentation development.
• Experience developing executive presentations and business cases.
• Advanced knowledge of healthcare performance improvement, operational excellence, financial stewardship, and change management methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex transformation initiatives and drive measurable organizational results.

Preferred:

Proven ability to leverage AI and digital technologies to transform workflows, accelerate project delivery, improve operational effectiveness, and drive measurable business outcomes.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

Required:

• Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Industrial Engineering, Finance, Operations Management, Data Analytics, or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, CAPM, PMP, Agile or other improvement/project management certification.

Preferred:

Master s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or related field.

Pay Scale Information

$117,936-$157,248

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

About Us

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

CHLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Children's Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.

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