At Stout, we’re dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence ®. Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Impact You’ll Make

As an Associate in Stout’s healthcare-focused practice, you will support the delivery of compensation valuation analyses and advisory services for healthcare organizations nationwide. You will work closely with senior professionals, clients, and project teams to evaluate physician and advanced practice provider compensation arrangements and other healthcare transactions.

Assignments include fair market value analyses for hospitals and health systems, physician practices, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, radiation oncology centers, healthcare law firms and their clients, and pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

This role primarily focuses on the valuation and documentation of physician and provider compensation arrangements. It is not a business valuation position. Candidates should be located in Denver or Dallas or willing to relocate to these locations.

What You’ll Do

• Execute valuation engagements involving healthcare compensation arrangements, including on-call coverage, medical directorships, employment agreements, and other provider arrangements.

• Apply accepted valuation methodologies, including cost, market, and income approaches, based on the facts and circumstances of each engagement.

• Collect, organize, and analyze financial, operational, compensation, and market data to support valuation conclusions.

• Build and review financial models, market analyses, and supporting schedules using Excel and other valuation tools.

• Prepare clear, well-supported written reports and engagement documentation that meet Stout’s quality standards.

• Communicate with clients and project teams to gather information, clarify assumptions, and address open items throughout the engagement.

• Identify valuation, transactional, and regulatory considerations, including issues related to the Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute.

• Manage assigned workstreams across multiple concurrent engagements, including timelines, priorities, and deliverables.

• Support and review the work of analysts and interns, providing guidance and constructive feedback as appropriate.

• Collaborate with colleagues across offices and service lines to help deliver coordinated solutions for clients.

• Contribute to proposals, research, publications, presentations, webinars, and other practice development initiatives.

• Leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance research, streamline deliverable preparation, and improve overall efficiency and insight.

What You Bring

• Two to four years of relevant experience in compensation valuation, healthcare consulting, transaction advisory, or a related field, with experience in provider compensation preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, healthcare administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or relevant professional certification is a plus.

• Experience supporting projects and client relationships in a professional services environment.

• Strong financial modeling and Excel skills, with the ability to analyze large and complex data sets.

• Working knowledge of healthcare operations, provider compensation practices, market dynamics, and relevant regulatory frameworks.

• Familiarity with or interest in using AI tools and technology to enhance productivity, research, and analysis

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with careful attention to detail and documentation.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to colleagues and clients.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• A proactive approach, sound judgment, and the ability to work with increasing independence and accountability.

How You’ll Thrive

• Take ownership of your work and follow through on commitments.

• Build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues through responsive, thoughtful communication.

• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and support the development of junior professionals.

• Use sound judgment and intellectual curiosity to work through complex valuation questions.

• Communicate proactively to keep stakeholders aligned and projects moving.

• Apply strong analytical skills to produce practical, well-supported conclusions.

• Embody Stout’s core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Entrepreneurial, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and Great Communicators.

• Deliver Relentless Excellence® through high-quality work, reliable execution, and a commitment to client service.

Why Stout?
At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.

We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.

We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.

Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success.

https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. 

Stout is required by applicable state and local laws to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.