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Forward Deployed Process Consultant- R37

R1 RCM · IL · Remote available · $113,520–$226,556 a year · Full time

Posted Jul 7, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a product vision or roadmap you wrote. How did you decide what came first?

What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize based on impact and feasibility, not just stakeholder volume.

Tell me about a time you had to explain a technical solution to someone without a technical background.

What they are checking: Whether they can make complex automation clear to clinicians and front-line staff.

Tell me about a time you worked with engineers to deliver a solution end to end.

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate well with process engineers and technical teams.

What would you do

This job is 75 percent or more travel. What helps you do good work while on the road?

What they are checking: Whether they have realistic habits for heavy travel so their delivery stays steady.

A department manager tells you the current process works fine and they do not need change. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they can listen, use data and build trust rather than forcing change.

Halfway through a project, the client changes their main goal. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they manage scope changes openly instead of quietly absorbing them.

About the work

Walk me through how you would do a current-state assessment of a hospital's coding or authorization workflow.

What they are checking: Whether they gather SOPs, observe work and map processes before proposing solutions.

How do you turn business requirements into a technical implementation plan that engineers can build from?

What they are checking: Whether they can bridge operations and technology, which is the core of this role.

Which healthcare metrics would you use to show that a new workflow is working?

What they are checking: Whether they know revenue cycle measures well enough to define success clearly.

How do you build a future-state process map that people actually follow after you leave?

What they are checking: Whether they design for adoption with training and ownership, not just a nice diagram.

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The full job description

As published by R1 RCM.

R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation, and workflow orchestration. The Forward Deployed Process Consultant will play a critical role in bridging executive-level strategy with operational execution. This position requires a deep understanding of healthcare metrics, process optimization, and best practice workflows. The ideal candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with executives and production staff alike, serving as a change champion in challenging scenarios. Here's what you will experience working as a Process Consultant: • Work Environment: 75% and up travel to Gainesville, FL, San Diego CA, or Marietta, GA, depending on assignment, per clients needs. • Translate business requirements into technical architecture and implementation plans by conducting a current state assessment including standard operating procedures and process mapping. • Partner with Process Engineers and consulting teams to deliver end-to-end solutions by creating a product vision document, product roadmap and future state process flow. • Provide technical and operational guidance throughout the engagement. • Design implementation and stakeholder communication plan for client-specific use cases. • Design end user technology training and change management plan to drive adoption and create feedback loop for ongoing support. • Develop sustainable mechanisms to monitor KPIs and SLAs that provide measurable value creation and performance tracking for steady state operations. • Collaborate with executive teams to align medical coding processes with strategic objectives. • Analyze and optimize medical coding workflows leveraging AI technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. • Serve as a liaison between executive leadership and operational teams to ensure seamless communication and implementation of best practices. Required Skills: • Experience in healthcare client facing consulting. Healthcare certifications in coding audits are a plus. • Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence key stakeholders. • Proficiency in data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and problem-solving. • Significant experience in project management, process improvement, and implementation support. ​ • Preferred Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS & CPT/HCPCS coding guidelines and reimbursement methodologies. • AAPC or AHIMA Certified coding professional: CIC, CPC, CCS, RHIA, RHIT preferred for a Mid-Cycle Coding Consultants. 

For this US-based position, the base pay range is $113,520.00 - $226,555.68 per year . Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This job is eligible to participate in our annual bonus plan at a target of 10.00% The healthcare system is always evolving — and it’s up to us to use our shared expertise to find new solutions that can keep up. On our growing team you’ll find the opportunity to constantly learn, collaborate across groups and explore new paths for your career. Our associates are given the chance to contribute, think boldly and create meaningful work that makes a difference in the communities we serve around the world. We go beyond expectations in everything we do. Not only does that drive customer success and improve patient care, but that same enthusiasm is applied to giving back to the community and taking care of our team — including offering a competitive benefits package. R1 RCM Inc. (“the Company”) is dedicated to the fundamentals of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s employment practices , including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination shall not be based on any person’s age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the Company is dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment based on any of the foregoing protected categories. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the job application process, please contact us at 312-496-7709 for assistance. CA PRIVACY NOTICE: California resident job applicants can learn more about their privacy rights California Consent To learn more, visit: R1RCM.com Visit us on Facebook

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