Implementation Consultant - Payer Implementations
Columbus, OhioSuccess Profile
What makes a successful Implementation Consultant - Payer Implementations? Here are the top traits.
- Conceptual
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Culture

Accomplish
Make a meaningful impact by using your problem-solving skills to push the boundaries of innovation in healthcare, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Innovate
Foster a digital mindset to drive IT transformation across McKesson through our evolving data and technology tools.

Grow
Join a supportive environment where you can advance your career and develop both personally and professionally.
Benefits
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Coverage you can rely on
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Health Spending Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
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Benefits that go beyond your base pay
- 401(k) (U.S.)
- Pension (Canada)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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Support for total well-being
- Mental Health Programs
- Flexible Schedules
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Program
- Education Reimbursement
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Flexible Work Environment
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Responsibility
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
The CoverMyMeds Payer Implementation team is seeking an experienced Implementation Consultant to lead strategic client engagements that drive the successful deployment of our Payer solutions. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless onboarding experiences for our clients, aligning technical capabilities with business goals to deliver measurable outcomes. As a trusted advisor and project leader, you will guide cross-functional teams through complex implementations, championing best practices and continuous improvement. Your expertise will help shape scalable solutions that enhance payer operations and improve patient access to care.
* Our preferred candidate will be based in the metropolitan area of our hub city Columbus, OH. Position will primarily allow for remote working, with occasional in-office time at our CMM campus.
* At this time, we are not able to offer sponsorship for employment visas. This includes individuals currently on F1 OPT, STEM OPT< or any other visa status that would require future sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.
What You’ll Do:
Project Leadership & Execution
Own and manage implementation projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with scope, timeline, and resources
Facilitate meetings, track action items, and maintain project documentation
Proactively identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and manage change control processes
Build strong relationships and actively communicate with customer leadership, project sponsors, key stakeholders, and project teams
Act as the primary point of contact for client inquiries during implementation
Business Analysis & Solutioning
Lead discovery sessions to gather and document business and technical requirements
Analyze client workflows and business needs to recommend optimal configurations and solutions
Serve as a subject matter expert on Payer products and functionality
Support solution design, testing, and validation efforts in collaboration with QA and development teams
Conduct client demos and training sessions as needed
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities for process enhancements and contribute to team productivity initiatives
Stay current on industry trends and product updates to inform implementation strategies
Ability to shift between the “big picture” and project level details. Can work through detailed issues when required
Promote and document best practices and ensure long-term adoption of solutions
About You:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technical, or Healthcare-related field (or equivalent), and 4-5 years of experience in project management, business analysis or implementation roles
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence stakeholders
Experience with software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and project management tools
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Healthcare industry experience preferred; Electronica Prior Authorization (ePA) experience is preferred
PMP or similar certification is a plus
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$70,900 - $118,100McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
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