Healthcare Consultant Jobs in Illinois

Healthcare Consultant jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in managed care, hospital operations, and health system strategy, with openings at every level from entry-level analyst to senior principal. Chicago anchors the market as one of the most active hiring metros in the Midwest, alongside Peoria and Rockford, where regional health systems drive steady consulting demand. Major employers with lasting Illinois roots include Advocate Health Care, Northwestern Medicine, and Huron Consulting Group, with the most consistent openings in regulatory compliance, revenue cycle optimization, and population health management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles28
Top employerHuron Consulting
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring3
Work type64% Hybrid
Top industryConsulting

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Healthcare Consulting Manager - Mid Revenue Cycle
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Healthcare Consulting Manager - Mid Revenue Cycle
Huron Consulting Group
Chicago, Illinois
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Healthcare Administration
$145k - $231k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Digital Consulting Senior Director, Oracle Healthcare
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Digital Consulting Senior Director, Oracle Healthcare
Huron Consulting Group
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$215k - $358k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
5,001-10,000

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Healthcare Consulting Senior Director - Patient Experience
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Healthcare Consulting Senior Director - Patient Experience
Huron Consulting Group
Chicago, Illinois
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Project Management
$225k - $358k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Healthcare Sales Consultant
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Healthcare Sales Consultant
Forum Health LLC
Lisle, Illinois
Consulting & Professional Services
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Membership Growth Consultant (Outside Healthcare Sales)
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Membership Growth Consultant (Outside Healthcare Sales)
ChenMed
Chicago, Illinois
Business Development
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$39k - $55k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in business administration
5,001-10,000

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Healthcare Consultant Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lisle
1 job
Glenwood
1 job

Healthcare Consultant Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Huron Consulting12
  • Plante Moran3
  • ChenMed2
  • EY1
  • Cognizant1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in healthcare consultant jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, public health, business, or a related field
  • Relevant Illinois or nationally recognized credential such as CPHQ, ACHE membership, or CSBI
  • Two or more years of experience in healthcare operations, consulting, or clinical administration
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Illinois Medicaid regulations, managed care contracts, or IDPH compliance requirements
  • Proficiency in healthcare data analysis tools, EHR platforms, and project management methodologies
  • Strong communication skills with experience presenting recommendations to clinical and executive stakeholders

Healthcare Consultant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a healthcare consultant in Illinois?

Most healthcare consultant roles in Illinois require at minimum a bachelor's degree in health administration, business, or a clinical field, with a master's degree preferred for senior positions. Illinois does not issue a single state license for healthcare consultants, but employers strongly favor candidates who hold credentials such as the Certified Professional in Health Quality (CPHQ) or Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE). Familiarity with Illinois Department of Public Health standards and Illinois Medicaid policy gives candidates a concrete edge in the local market.

How much do healthcare consultants make in Illinois?

Healthcare consultants in Illinois earn a median of about $104,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,610 for the lowest 10% to over $175,360 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire healthcare consultants in Illinois?

Employers hiring healthcare consultants in Illinois right now include Huron Consulting, Plante Moran, and ChenMed, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of academic medical centers, managed care organizations, and large regional health systems makes it one of the more active consulting markets in the Midwest.

Which Illinois cities have the most healthcare consultant jobs?

Chicago, Lisle, and Glenwood have the most healthcare consultant openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates due to its concentration of major health systems, national consulting firm offices, and managed care headquarters, while Peoria and Rockford generate steady demand from large regional systems such as OSF HealthCare and Mercyhealth that rely on consultants for operations and compliance work.

Are there remote healthcare consultant jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than most healthcare roles, because consulting work is largely desk-based and analytical rather than hands-on. About 100% of healthcare consultant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how well the role adapts to distributed work. Strategy, data analytics, and revenue cycle engagements are the most consistently remote, while on-site client implementation projects still require regular in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a healthcare consultant in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is transitioning from a coordinator, analyst, or administrative role inside an Illinois health system, which gives you direct exposure to the operations consulting firms look for. Large Illinois employers such as Advocate Health Care and Northwestern Medicine run administrative fellowship programs that place early-career candidates in rotational operational roles, building the project and process experience consulting hiring managers expect. Earning a CPHQ credential or completing a healthcare MBA at an Illinois institution such as Loyola or DePaul signals seriousness and compensates for limited direct consulting experience.

Where can I find and apply to healthcare consultant jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to healthcare consultant jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and target location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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