When you’re the best, we’re the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future. Applications submitted without a personal statement will not be considered. Please upload a single combined PDF containing both your resume and personal statement in the Resume/CV section of the application. In this role the fellow will work directly with the SVP of Performance Improvement & National Networks to support key initiatives that advance Vizient's Member Networks, Performance Improvement, and Education & Learning strategic priorities. You will contribute to operations improvement, project management, and cross-functional collaborations with internal and external stakeholders to enhance existing performance improvement programs and services while helping develop innovative solutions that better meet providers' evolving needs. This is a full-time, one-year fellowship beginning in June 2027. What distinguishes the PI Fellowship at Vizient: The Vizient Performance Improvement Fellowship provides a uniquely comprehensive perspective on the shared challenges faced by healthcare organizations across the country. Within the organization, Fellows work closely with executive leadership, collaborate with project directors on critical initiatives that shape the healthcare industry, and have opportunities to lead projects aligned with their interests. Additionally, Fellows work alongside healthcare executives from over 200 of the leading academic medical centers, integrated delivery networks, community hospitals, and national health systems to address complex challenges in quality, safety, operations, and performance improvement. Responsibilities: Lead high-impact strategic initiatives with Vizient members and cross-functional teams to improve quality, safety, operations, and performance. Partner with executive leaders, subject matter experts, and external stakeholders to drive project execution. Facilitate meetings, presentations, and collaborative workgroups with senior leaders and member organizations. Conduct research, analyze quantitative and qualitative data, and translate findings into actionable recommendations. Develop executive-level presentations, reports, white papers, and other deliverables to support strategic decision-making. Contribute to the design and advancement of innovative performance improvement programs, products, and member resources. Participate in executive leadership meetings and gain firsthand exposure to enterprise strategy and decision-making. Qualifications: MHA, MPH, or Master’s degree in a related field is required. No previous work experience is required. Previous internships in a healthcare setting are strongly preferred. Strong quantitative and project management skills, including familiarity with performance improvement methodology preferred. Demonstrated problem-solving and organizational skills preferred. Strong written and verbal skills and project management capabilities are preferred. Willingness to travel. Estimated Hiring Range: At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $51,900.00 to $87,900.00. This position is also incentive eligible. Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here: http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law. Working at Vizient means shaping the future of healthcare, every day. Alongside our clients, we're building a healthier, more human healthcare system. We connect people, data, and solutions to enable healthcare organizations to improve financial sustainability, enhance system performance, and deliver better care. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, with 11 offices across the United States, Vizient has more than 5,000 employees who bring deep expertise and a shared commitment to transforming healthcare. Together, we're solving some of the industry's most complex challenges while creating opportunities to learn, grow, and drive lasting change for healthcare organizations and the communities they serve. Through our enterprise of companies, we deliver meaningful impact across the continuum of care: Apexus - The exclusive contractor for 340B Drug Pricing Program, managed by the Health Resources and Services Administration. aptitude - The industry's first online direct contracting market, supporting self-contracting activity between hospitals and suppliers. Kaufman Hall - Leading healthcare advisory services to support our clients in achieving financial, clinical, and operational excellence. 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