Rural Healthcare Consultant – Regional Liaison

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +10 more states.

📋 Description

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with stakeholders pertinent to rural healthcare, including healthcare providers, community organizations, and various governmental entities.

• Visit client sites and attend relevant events to gain insight into community requirements.

• Collaborate with the RHRC team to identify resources for development or allocation based on regional insights.

• Acquire knowledge of CMS Rural Emergency Hospital Conditions of Participation and other hospital licensing standards.

• Assist in the creation of educational materials and resources.

• Build relationships with stakeholder leadership while facilitating communications with governance, communities, and other relevant parties.

• Inform stakeholders, communities, state rural health offices, and other entities about RHRC services and programs.

• Act as a liaison between stakeholders and RHRC to determine technical assistance needs.

• Work alongside Program Directors and project teams to deliver technical assistance.

• Supervise technical assistance initiatives within the region.

• Participate in virtual meetings with clients and stakeholders.

• Identify potential regional partners and service providers.

• Represent RHRC in the designated region at pertinent events, including managing exhibit booths, attending sessions, and giving public presentations.

• Forge connections with State Offices of Rural Health and Flex coordinators.

• Provide insights regarding regional technical assistance and resource requirements.

• Attend virtual meetings with the RHRC team.

• Assist in the implementation of RHRC program activities as necessary.

• Carry out additional tasks as assigned.

• Report directly to the Regional Liaison Supervisor.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a healthcare leader at the Director level or higher.

• In-depth knowledge of healthcare; familiarity with rural health issues and the distinct financial and operational challenges faced by rural hospitals is preferred.

• Advanced understanding of hospital operations, encompassing financial statements, regulatory requirements, and strategic opportunities.

• General awareness of CMS Conditions of Participation for hospital licensure (CAH, PPS, REH, etc.).

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented; capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of innovative healthcare solutions.

• Quick learner with the ability to grasp new concepts rapidly.

• Demonstrated capacity to foster a positive workplace culture.

• Must be proficient in English, both written and spoken.

• Experience in a remote work setting.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Must have a reliable internet connection.

• Willingness to travel as required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Travel to client sites and relevant events.

• Position allows for remote work.

• Full-time, exempt position with a 37.5-hour workweek.

• Opportunities for professional development through exposure to rural healthcare technical assistance and resource development.