Internal Consultant, Administration

CHOC • Irvine, CA

6d

About The Position

The Internal Consultant supports the scoping and/or execution of strategic initiatives across Rady Children’s Health, contributing to enterprise-wide transformation and post-merger integration efforts. This role works closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to translate strategic goals into actionable plans, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and readiness for change. The Internal Consultant also guides final executive sponsorship, future budget development, informs project feasibility to inform leader decision-making on whether to pursue potential initiatives, and ensures effective transitions following project approval to operations where appropriate. The Internal Consultant assists in the development or management of strategic projects, conducting analyses, and preparing high-quality deliverables that inform decision-making by senior level leaders. The role requires strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to collaborate effectively across clinical, operational, and executive audiences.

Requirements

• Required Qualifications: Minimum 2–3 years of experience in strategic planning, project coordination, or consulting in healthcare or a related field.
• Experience supporting cross-functional initiatives and working with diverse teams.
• Familiarity with strategic frameworks such as SWOT, PESTLE, or Balanced Scorecard.
• Exposure to project management and change management methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High level of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information
• Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Healthcare, or related field.
• Training and Certification Required: Exposure to project management and change management methodologies.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Qualifications: Exposure to healthcare transformation, service line planning, or care model redesign.
• Experience supporting post-merger integration or enterprise change initiatives.
• Experience preparing presentations and reports for leadership audiences.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
• Preferred: Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen experience; Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent; Change management certification (e.g., Prosci, AIM)

Responsibilities

• Strategic Initiative Support
• Assists in the development and execution of strategic initiatives by supporting planning, tracking milestones, reporting and mitigating risk, and coordinating resources.
• Translates strategic objectives into operational plans under guidance from senior consultants and leadership.
• Informs no/go decisions, and development of budgets for consideration for new initiatives.
• Project Coordination
• Supports the management of strategic project portfolios, including scheduling, documentation, and progress tracking.
• Collaborates with project leads to ensure timely execution and resolution of issues.
• Analytical & Advisory Support
• Conducts research, data analysis, and special studies to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepares summaries, reports, and presentations that synthesize findings into actionable insights.
• Post-Merger Integration Assistance
• Contributes to integration efforts by supporting operational alignment and cross-campus collaboration.
• Assists in documenting and implementing best practices across departments.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Coordinates stakeholder meetings and engagement activities to gather input and build alignment.
• Ensures consistent communication and documentation across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Change Management Support
• Applies basic change management principles to support adoption of new initiatives.
• In conjunction with experts, develops project communications plans.
• Assists in coaching teams through transitions and capturing feedback for continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Works with departments and campuses to ensure strategic initiatives are embedded into operational workflows.
• Supports alignment efforts across functions to maintain momentum and accountability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees