Principal Consultant, Tribal Healthcare

About Indigenous Pact PBC, Inc:

Established in 2017 Indigenous Pact PBC, Inc., a certified B-Corporation, set out on a mission to create health equity for American Indians and Alaskan Natives. As part of a global movement of certified B-Corporations, we aim to balance purpose and profit by meeting the highest social, environmental, legal, and public standards to build a more sustainable and inclusive economy.

Indigenous Pact’s dedicated, experienced, and knowledgeable team brings decades of experience working in Indian Country. We help strengthen and improve the sustainability of Tribes and Tribal Organizations' health, wellness, and long-term care programs and services. Indigenous Pact specializes in developing customized and turn-key solutions to generate sustainable revenue, increase healthcare access, and improve health outcomes for all Native Americans. 

Job Description 

Job Title: Principal Consultant, Tribal Healthcare

Base Salary: $150,000 - $175,000

Location: USA

Work model: Remote

Travel Requirements: Up to 50%

Reports to: Consulting Practice Lead

Job Summary: 

As a Principal Consultant, Tribal Healthcare, you will play a critical leadership role within the Healthcare Consulting Team with a strong background in revenue cycle consulting, healthcare and tribal relations. You will oversee multiple large projects and clients and will be the key contact for many client relationships. You will have direct and indirect reports and will mentor team members. You support the Consulting Practice Lead in developing and implementing efficient team processes and procedures. You have a significant role in business development, working closely with the Sales team on new clients and also hold responsibility for growing current client accounts. 

Essential Job Functions:

Revenue Cycle Consulting 

• Review and analyze billing, claims and payment procedures to identify optimization opportunities 
• Develop detailed and accurate financial models  
• Develop clear and actionable improvement recommendations 

Client Management & Delivery: 

• Cultivate and build long term relationships with senior executive clients. 
• Lead client meetings and workshops, contributing to discussions and building strong client relationships. 
• Accountable for the successful delivery of project plans and work plans. 
• Report to the Consulting Practice Lead on the status of current projects and offer solutions for any roadblocks. 
• Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop insightful recommendations for clients. 
• Offer deep expertise in areas of specialization – healthcare, consulting and tribal relations.  

Team Leadership & Development: 

• Provide leadership and mentor the Healthcare Consulting Team. 
• Collaborate effectively with project teams and senior leadership. 
• Support the development and implementation of best practices within the consulting team. 
• Align resources to the capacity and need. 

Business Development: 

• Support business development activities, with new and current clients. 
• Contribute to the development of intellectual capital and best practices within the Indigenous Pact. 
• Actively participates in professional associations, industry, firm and community events. 

The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or as deemed necessary by the supervisor. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Revenue Cycle Consulting 
• Deep understanding to tribal health reimbursement structures and payment models 
• In-depth knowledge of revenue cycle best practices, hospital and ambulatory billing processes and systems, and third-party reimbursement methodologies 
• Knowledge of applicable industry regulations and policies 
• Ability to present findings at all levels from executive to billing teams. 
• Experience with Electronic Medical Record and Practice Management systems 
• Preferred knowledge in fundamental coding RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC 
• Expertise in Team Leadership, Project Delivery, Client Relationship Management and In-depth Industry Expertise:  
• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams, including providing constructive feedback and driving team performance to excellence.  
• Proven track record of successful project delivery and client satisfaction. 
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically. 
• Deep industry expertise in one or more areas (e.g., Healthcare, Consulting, Tribal Relations). 
• Strong business acumen and an understanding of market dynamics. 
• Excellency Problem-Solving Skills:  
• Your problem-solving abilities are top notch, you have experience effectively managing and leading projects while overcoming obstacles with ease. 
• You are a master at quickly reviewing data and have the ability to synthesize into meaningful insights and recommendations. 
• You are able to navigate through situations where you have incomplete or imperfect information. 
• Strong ability to effectively organize and manage workloads for self and others. 
• Tech-Savvy:  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), data analysis tools, and project management tools (Asana, MS Project). 
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies that support the Consulting Team and organization. 
• Ability to identify technology that will support more efficient and high-quality consulting delivery. 
• Communication & Presentation Skills:  
• You are a storyteller. You bring exceptional communication skills and can convey complex information clearly and persuasively. 
• Your written and verbal communication skills allow you to clearly convey ideas and captivate audiences.  
• Exemplary attention to detail. 
• Ability to summarize and communicate the results of your own work to diverse internal and external audiences. 
• Strong interpersonal skills that help build trusted relationships with team members and clients. 
• Strong Work Ethic:  
• You demonstrate a can-do attitude, interested in continuously looking for improvements and problem solving. 
• Curiosity for learning and growing. 
• You have the ability to display a high level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times. 
• You are a problem solver, even if you don't have the answer at first, you know how to find the answer.   
• Self-motivated: Must be a highly motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently. 
• Soft Skills: 
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. 
• Strong ability to build and manage client and internal relationships. 
• You have a strong growth mindset; a belief that abilities can be developed along with a desire to be curious, learn & grow, and you share that learning with others. 
• Native-Centered: Seeks to understand and effectively address the needs, challenges, and opportunities faced by American Indian Alaskan Native communities. 
• Trustworthy: You handle all information with the utmost confidentiality and conduct your daily activities in a professional manner with integrity. 
• Resilient and Adaptable: Ability to thrive and navigate in a fast-paced environment with optimism and pivot to the changing needs of the business, while remaining focused. 
• Collaborative: You enjoy working cross-functionally and connecting with people toward a shared vision and goal. 
• Strategic and innovative thinker: You are always looking for new ways to improve processes and drive the organization forward. 
• Awareness: An ability to understand how your attitudes & actions impact others and ensure you are respectful in all your interactions. 

Education and Experience: 

• 7+ years of relevant consulting experience with a proven track record of successful project delivery (experience working with Tribal communities, is considered an asset). 
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare, Tribal Relations, Economics, Finance or a related field, MBA or other advanced degree preferred. 
• Consulting certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, Project Management Professional, Change Management Professional). 
• Expertise in data visualization tools. 
• Experience in business development and client relationship management.

Physical and sensory demands: 

• This position will require extended periods of sitting, typing, and working on a computer screen. 
• Close vision is required for computer work.

Working environment: 

• This is a remote position, with expected working hours of 9:00am to 5:00pm. Adjustment of working hours may be required to accommodate time zones.  
• Local and national travel required - up to 50% 

Why Choose Indigenous Pact?

Building a strong culture and exhibiting our core values is important to us. When you join Indigenous Pact, you are joining a team that values:

• Empathy is at the heart of everything we do—we listen, we understand, and we put ourselves in the shoes of others, whether it's our teammates, our clients, or the communities we serve.
• Wisdom is about learning from experience, being thoughtful in our work and making decisions that are grounded in knowledge and insight. It's about taking the time to get things right.
• Bravery is having the courage to take bold risks, challenging the status quo, and knowing that growth happens when we push our limits.
• Transformation drives us to continuously grow—both as a company and as people. It’s about not being afraid to change and to keep pushing forward in the pursuit of excellence.

Visit our Careers page (https://www.indigenouspact.com/careers) where we encourage you to learn more about the characteristics that are important to us (and we hope you bring them as well) such as Healthcare-focused, growth mindset, self-motivated, collaborative, resilient and adaptable. 

Beyond the job opportunity and incredible culture  we also offer:

• A competitive total rewards package, including 401(k), Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Open, transparent lines of communication with leadership
• Committed to giving back to improve our communities and environmental impact
• A development-focused environment where you have autonomy to drive your career path

Indigenous Pact is an equal opportunity employer and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and barrier-free work environment for all employees and candidates. Preference will be given to qualified native applicants; however, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Must be able to provide Indian Preference documentation if claimed. If accommodation is required during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact any member of our HR team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.