Rural Health Program & Policy Senior Consultant

Deloitte • Lake Mary, FL

5d • $91,100 - $163,100 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Rural Health Program & Policy Senior Consultant on Deloitte’s Operations Transformation team, you will provide analytical and operational support to project teams working on Rural Health Transformation Program projects. This client-facing role supports the day-to-day execution of program deliverables through research, documentation, and project coordination. The position is suited to someone with an interest and some experience in health policy or public sector work who is organized and eager to develop in a fast-paced consulting environment.

The role is part of Deloitte’s Government & Public Services practice and its Operations Transformation offering, which supports government clients with operational solutions and models, business-led technology support, and process optimization. The opportunity is within Deloitte’s US Delivery Center model. The work uses a hybrid model, with residence required within commuting distance of a listed Delivery Center or Geo-Hub location. Professionals may work co-located at an assigned office or other approved/project location for up to 30% of working time, and overnight travel is limited to a maximum of 10%. If relocation is necessary, the move must be completed within 12 weeks from the start date.

The disclosed estimated wage range is $91,100 to $163,100. The position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive, subject to the program’s rules and applicable performance factors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in a public sector, healthcare, consulting, or related environment.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product.
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
• Ability to meet deadlines and provide clear guidance to others.
• Reside within a commutable distance of a US Delivery Center location (Gilbert, Lake Mary, or Mechanicsburg) or Geo-Hub location (Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Houston, or Philadelphia).
• Spend up to 30% of working time co-located at an assigned office or other specified site for projects, practice sessions, training, and Moments That Matter.
• Available for up to 10% overnight travel for client or project purposes.
• If relocation is necessary, complete the move within 12 weeks from the start date to reside within a commutable distance.

Nice To Haves

• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to summarize research and draft clear, organized documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines, and stay organized across multiple priorities.
• Collaborative working style and willingness to support teammates.
• Academic or professional background in Public Health, Health Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Exposure to Medicaid, state health agency programs, or human services policy through coursework, internships, or early-career experience.
• Experience using SharePoint or similar project coordination and document management tools.
• Familiarity with rural health issues, health equity, or underserved population health topics.
• Experience supporting meeting coordination, note-taking, or reporting in a professional setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on rural health policy topics, Medicaid regulations, and state government program developments, and summarize findings for internal team use.
• Assist in preparing internal and client-ready materials, including PowerPoint presentations, meeting agendas, status reports, and program trackers.
• Maintain team calendars, meeting schedules, and action item logs to support project coordination.
• Track program milestones, deliverables, and deadlines across multiple workstreams.
• Assist senior team members with data gathering, documentation, and quality review of project outputs.
• Help maintain shared team resources, including SharePoint sites, distribution lists, and filing systems.
• Lead projects or workstreams and provide clear guidance to others.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Broad range of employee benefits; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.
• May be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to its governing rules and performance factors.
• Professional development opportunities, including on-the-job learning, formal development programs, leadership opportunities, and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior