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At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.
Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.
This position is responsible for supporting population health, quality improvement, and value-based care initiatives through close collaboration with provider groups, clinicians, and internal business partners. Responsibilities include embedded provider support, member outreach, care gap identification and closure activities, provider education, quality measure improvement, and implementation of clinical and operational strategies that enhance preventive care, improve health outcomes, and support value-based care objectives.Required Job Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Physician Assistant (RPA) with current, unrestricted license in the state of operations.
- 2 years’ experience using accreditation agency programs.
- 3 years of medical surgical and/or Quality Improvement and Utilization Review experience.
- 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
- Experience in using Total Quality Management (TQM)/Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) concepts.
- Analytical skills to analyze data and prepare reports.
- Verbal and written communications skills in preparing recommendations and written documentation in appropriate format and facilitating work groups.
- 5 years' hands-on Medicare Stars and HEDIS experience with direct accountability for improving quality measures, closing care gaps, increasing Star ratings, and delivering measurable improvements in provider performance and member outcomes.
- Project management experience and skills
- PC experience utilizing Microsoft Windows based products and database experience.
Preferred Job Requirements
- Possesses advanced technical knowledge of HEDIS methodology, measure specifications, numerator/denominator logic, exclusion criteria, care gap identification, and provider performance improvement, supported by direct HEDIS quality experience.
- 8 years' hands-on Medicare Stars and HEDIS experience with direct accountability for improving quality measures, closing care gaps, increasing Star ratings, and delivering measurable improvements in provider performance and member outcomes.
- 3 years' leading quality consultants, practice consultants, provider engagement teams, or population health staff with documented success improving HEDIS, Stars, quality, utilization, or performance metrics across multiple provider groups.
- 5 years' partnering directly with physician practices, medical groups, health systems, ACOs, or clinics to implement quality improvement initiatives, practice transformation efforts, and performance improvement strategies.
- Experience managing relationships with a multiple providers, physician groups, or practice leaders while influencing clinical and operational changes that resulted in measurable quality improvements.
- 5 years' supporting population health, preventive care, chronic disease management, care management, or value-based care programs within a health plan, provider organization, or healthcare system.
- Demonstrated success conducting provider and member outreach programs that closed annual care gaps and improved preventive screening rates, medication adherence, risk capture, or chronic condition management outcomes.
- 3 years' utilizing EMR/EHR data, HEDIS reports, care gap reports, provider scorecards, and quality dashboards to identify trends, monitor provider performance, develop action plans, and drive measurable quality improvement results.
Compensation: $84,400.00 - $152,300.00
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location
HCSC Employment Statement:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of drug screening in accordance with applicable law.
To learn more about available benefits, please visit https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards (opens in new window)
Flex employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week. Management will have discretion to modify an employee's weekly schedule for exigent circumstances.
At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.
Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.
This position is responsible for supporting population health, quality improvement, and value-based care initiatives through close collaboration with provider groups, clinicians, and internal business partners. Responsibilities include embedded provider support, member outreach, care gap identification and closure activities, provider education, quality measure improvement, and implementation of clinical and operational strategies that enhance preventive care, improve health outcomes, and support value-based care objectives.Required Job Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Physician Assistant (RPA) with current, unrestricted license in the state of operations.
- 2 years’ experience using accreditation agency programs.
- 3 years of medical surgical and/or Quality Improvement and Utilization Review experience.
- 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
- Experience in using Total Quality Management (TQM)/Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) concepts.
- Analytical skills to analyze data and prepare reports.
- Verbal and written communications skills in preparing recommendations and written documentation in appropriate format and facilitating work groups.
- 5 years' hands-on Medicare Stars and HEDIS experience with direct accountability for improving quality measures, closing care gaps, increasing Star ratings, and delivering measurable improvements in provider performance and member outcomes.
- Project management experience and skills
- PC experience utilizing Microsoft Windows based products and database experience.
Preferred Job Requirements
- Possesses advanced technical knowledge of HEDIS methodology, measure specifications, numerator/denominator logic, exclusion criteria, care gap identification, and provider performance improvement, supported by direct HEDIS quality experience.
- 8 years' hands-on Medicare Stars and HEDIS experience with direct accountability for improving quality measures, closing care gaps, increasing Star ratings, and delivering measurable improvements in provider performance and member outcomes.
- 3 years' leading quality consultants, practice consultants, provider engagement teams, or population health staff with documented success improving HEDIS, Stars, quality, utilization, or performance metrics across multiple provider groups.
- 5 years' partnering directly with physician practices, medical groups, health systems, ACOs, or clinics to implement quality improvement initiatives, practice transformation efforts, and performance improvement strategies.
- Experience managing relationships with a multiple providers, physician groups, or practice leaders while influencing clinical and operational changes that resulted in measurable quality improvements.
- 5 years' supporting population health, preventive care, chronic disease management, care management, or value-based care programs within a health plan, provider organization, or healthcare system.
- Demonstrated success conducting provider and member outreach programs that closed annual care gaps and improved preventive screening rates, medication adherence, risk capture, or chronic condition management outcomes.
- 3 years' utilizing EMR/EHR data, HEDIS reports, care gap reports, provider scorecards, and quality dashboards to identify trends, monitor provider performance, develop action plans, and drive measurable quality improvement results.
Compensation: $84,400.00 - $152,300.00
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location
HCSC Employment Statement:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of drug screening in accordance with applicable law.
To learn more about available benefits, please visit https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards (opens in new window)
Flex employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week. Management will have discretion to modify an employee's weekly schedule for exigent circumstances.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality improvement consultant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, engineering, or a related field
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred or required
- Experience using data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or Tableau to measure process performance
- Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards relevant to the industry, such as Joint Commission or ISO 9001
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate cross-functional teams and lead process improvement projects
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings to leadership and frontline staff
Tips for Your Quality Improvement Consultant Job Search
Tailor your resume to the methodology
Quality improvement roles split sharply between Lean, Six Sigma, and ISO frameworks. Identify which methodology each posting emphasizes and mirror that language in your resume's summary and bullets. A DMAIC-heavy resume sent to a Lean shop will get skipped.
Quantify every process improvement outcome
Hiring managers in this field expect numbers. Replace phrases like 'improved patient flow' with specific cycle-time reductions, defect rates, or cost savings. If you don't have hard figures, describe the scope of the process and the team size you worked with.
List your certifications where recruiters scan first
Credentials like CQA, CPHQ, or Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt carry real weight. Put them in your resume header or a dedicated certifications line near the top, not buried in a skills section at the bottom of the page.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quality improvement consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter postings by the industry setting
Quality improvement work looks very different in a hospital system versus a manufacturing plant or a federal agency. Narrow your search to the sector where your domain knowledge is strongest, since interviewers will probe your familiarity with that industry's specific regulatory and accreditation environment.
Prepare a structured project walkthrough for interviews
Most quality improvement interviews include a case or behavioral question asking you to describe an improvement project end to end. Practice a concise walk through the problem, your analysis method, the solution you implemented, and the outcome. Vague answers about 'leading change' rarely get offers.
Quality Improvement Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quality improvement consultants?
The companies hiring the most quality improvement consultants right now include Integrated Services for Behavioral Health, Sevita, and Hartford HealthCare, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, management consulting firms, and large manufacturers tend to maintain the most consistent demand for this role year-round.
How many quality improvement consultant jobs are remote?
About 60% of quality improvement consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in roles focused on data analysis, documentation, and program management. Positions that require direct observation of clinical or production floor processes are more likely to be on-site or to involve regular travel.
How do you become a quality improvement consultant?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as healthcare administration, industrial engineering, or business operations, then earn a recognized quality credential like a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or the Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality. Build hands-on experience by leading improvement projects in your current role, documenting measurable outcomes, and developing familiarity with the data tools and regulatory standards used in your target industry.
Can you get a quality improvement consultant job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level quality improvement roles do exist, particularly in healthcare and government agencies that use structured training programs. The most effective way in without a long project history is to complete a recognized certification, volunteer to support improvement initiatives in your current organization, and frame any analytical or project coordination experience in terms of process outcomes. Internships and graduate fellowships in quality or compliance are also practical entry points.
What does the quality improvement consultant interview process look like?
The process typically includes an initial screening call focused on your background and certifications, followed by a technical or behavioral interview where you walk through a past improvement project in detail. Many employers also include a case exercise or a presentation asking you to analyze a process problem and recommend solutions. Final rounds often involve meeting with cross-functional stakeholders to assess how well you communicate findings to non-technical audiences.
Where can I find and apply to quality improvement consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to quality improvement consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you are looking for.
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