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Healthcare Technical Consulting Director - IT Strategy & Operations- IT Strategy & Operations

Huron Consulting · Chicago, IL · $150,000–$210,000 a year · Full time

Posted Jul 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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About your past

Tell me about an IT strategy you built for a health system. How did you decide what to fund first?

What they are checking: Whether they can tie IT investment priorities to clinical and business goals.

Tell me about a time a client didn't follow your recommendation. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stay helpful and professional when clients choose a different path.

How do you mentor managers on your team to lead client work on their own?

What they are checking: Directors are expected to develop leaders, so they want concrete coaching practices.

What would you do

A health system's IT budget is being cut by fifteen percent. How do you help them decide what to stop?

What they are checking: Whether they can make hard tradeoffs while protecting patient safety and core clinical systems.

Two hospitals are merging and each has its own IT team and systems. Where do you start?

What they are checking: Whether they can plan an IT integration that balances speed, cost and clinical risk.

About the work

How do you assess the health of a hospital IT department in the first month?

What they are checking: Whether they have a structured way to look at operations, staffing, spend and risk quickly.

How would you help a CIO decide whether to outsource parts of IT operations?

What they are checking: Whether they can weigh cost, service quality and risk honestly rather than defaulting to one answer.

How do you build an IT governance process that clinical leaders actually participate in?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to get physicians and nurses involved in technology decisions.

How do cybersecurity risks shape the IT strategies you recommend for health systems?

What they are checking: Whether they treat security as central given ransomware threats to hospitals.

How do you measure whether an IT operations improvement actually worked?

What they are checking: Whether they define clear before-and-after metrics instead of relying on impressions.

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The full job description

As published by Huron Consulting.

Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We help healthcare organizations build innovation capabilities and accelerate key growth initiatives, enabling organizations to own the future, instead of being disrupted by it. Together, we empower clients to create sustainable growth, optimize internal processes and deliver better consumer outcomes. Health systems, hospitals and medical clinics are under immense pressure to improve clinical outcomes and reduce the cost of providing patient care. Investing in new partnerships, clinical services and technology is not enough to create meaningful and substantive change. To succeed long-term, healthcare organizations must empower leaders, clinicians, employees, affiliates and communities to build cultures that foster innovation to achieve the best outcomes for patients. Joining the Huron team means you’ll help our clients evolve and adapt to the rapidly changing healthcare environment and optimize existing business operations, improve clinical outcomes, create a more consumer-centric healthcare experience, and drive physician, patient and employee engagement across the enterprise. Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future. At Huron, Directors lead with expertise and collaboration, partnering with Huron and client leaders to create sustainable solutions that drive meaningful results. As a Director, within our Healthcare Digital Transformation Solutions (HDTx), you will partner with clients and a team of internal consultants to develop innovative digital strategies to advance their clinical and financial outcomes. You’ll build lasting relationships, create networking opportunities, and contribute to Huron’s success. You will foster a supportive, inclusive environment, empower teams and create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. If you’re passionate about driving impactful solutions and believe in the power of collaboration, Huron offers a rewarding path forward. As the Healthcare Technical Consulting Director, you will: • Lead end to end client engagements from strategy development to solution implementation with a focus on digital transformation with the healthcare provider sector • Manage project teams providing guidance, mentorship and quality assurance to deliver high-quality work products on time and within budget • Serve as a trusted advisor to C-level executives and Senior Leadership guiding them through complex, high-stakes transformation initiatives • Advise clients on business strategy, operating model design and digital roadmaps that leverage emerging technologies, such as AI, automation, telehealth and advanced analytics • Conduct in-depth analysis of provider operations, including clinical administrative workflows to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for technology enable improvement • Develop compelling business cases that quantify the benefits of transformation including cost reduction, revenue enhancement and improved clinical outcomes • Oversee the implementation of digital health solutions, such as EHR and/or ERP optimization, patient engagement platforms and data integration across systems • Design and execute change management plans to ensure successful adoption of new technologies and workflows by clinical and non-clinical staff • Navigate complex organizational structures and foster cross-functional collaboration to align technology initiatives with strategic business goals • Cultivate and expand client relationships, identifying new business development opportunities within existing accounts and potential clients • Lead the development of proposals, presentations, and thought leadership related to healthcare transformation and digital innovation. • Contribute to the growth of the practice by building market presence, expanding service offerings, and mentoring junior consultants Required: • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA) desirable • 12+ years of management consulting experience or related advisory role with a focus on the healthcare provider sector • Significant experience in a Big 4 or top-tier management consultant firm • Proven track record in leading digital transformation projects involving technology implementation (e.g., ERP, EHR, AI, telehealth) and data analytics. managing scope, budgets, timelines and client relationships • Deep understanding of healthcare provider operations, including acute care, ambulatory settings, patient access, and clinical workflows • Demonstrated ability to lead large, complex projects and manage high-performing teams • Exceptional communication, presentation, and client management skills Preferred: • Experience with specific digital health technologies or platforms • Knowledge of emerging healthcare payment models (e.g., value-based care) and associated digital requirements • Experience with healthcare mergers, acquisitions, and integration • Certification in relevant areas (e.g., PMP, Lean Six Sigma, CPHIMS) The estimated base salary range for this job is $150,000 - $210,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $187,250 - $283,750. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future. Position Level Director Country United States of America

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