Associate - Healthcare Risk Consulting

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RSM’s National Healthcare Consulting practice is searching for an Experienced Associate who will provide healthcare regulatory and reimbursement consulting services to clients, potential clients and centers of influence. RSM’s Healthcare Risk Consulting services are designed to identify high-impact Medicare cost report-related opportunities, including Medicare Critical Access Hospitals, PPS hospitals disproportionate share, bad debts, wage index and other related issues.

As a member of the National Healthcare Risk Consulting practice, you will join professionals with a broad knowledge of the healthcare industry including: financial analysis and revenue performance management, regulatory reporting and compliance, and healthcare technology. You will be part of a collaborative consulting team to deliver exceptional client service to meet our client's objectives.

The Healthcare Risk Consulting Associate will also understand the consulting cycle process within the healthcare industry. As a contributor he/she will support the building of a world class healthcare practice through listening to client needs, proposal development and presentation of solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop ongoing relationships to build client loyalty and confidence
• Assist in scoping and planning multiple projects
• Performs Medicare Cost Report compilations and other engagements of all sizes related to Regulatory Recovery services such as: Critical Access Hospita, Medicare DSH, SSI, Medicare bad debts, IME/GME shadow billing support, Medicaid HER incentive payment, Wage Index
• Ability to analyze and communicate financial and operational data to management for decision-making and strategic planning
• Maintain / develop a high degree of expertise in Medicare, Medicaid and third-party reimbursement procedures and reports
• Participates in the development of new consulting products and practice aids, as appropriate
• Travels to client and firm meetings outside of immediate area

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, business or other related field
• 1-3 years of experience in healthcare reimbursement, either with a consulting firm or in a hospital setting; OR audit experience, ideally in the healthcare industry
• Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid & Blue Cross reimbursement reports and/or hospital cost reports preferred
• Financial and business acumen
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail and accuracy, project management, organization, prioritization and follow-up skills
• Strong skills in critical thinking, problem identification and resolution and process improvement.
• Some travel required (up to 30%)
• Must be a team player yet able to work independently

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

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At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.