MHA Fellowship (81772)

Centurion Health; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Health in Sterling, VA offers a MHA Administrative Fellowship designed for emerging healthcare leaders interested in correctional healthcare administration. Fellows gain exposure to operations, quality improvement, population health, and strategic initiatives under senior leadership.

The program emphasizes hands-on project work across healthcare operations, finance analytics, risk management, and accreditation, with mentorship and opportunities to influence real-world outcomes in a

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA) or equivalent.
• Graduation within 12 months or soon after.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Leadership experience through academic, professional, military, or volunteer activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support cross-functional projects to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes.
• Analyze operational and clinical performance data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop presentations, reports, and recommendations for executive leadership.
• Support strategic planning, quality assurance, and accreditation efforts.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to implement best practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication skills

Leadership experience

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Healthcare analytics tools

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: VA, Sterling - Corporate Office - Sterling, VA 20166, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Administrative & Clerical, Centurion Health, a leading force in healthcare dedicated to serving special populations. We specialize in providing healthcare services to multi-site large populations. At Centurion Health, were not just setting the standard; were going beyond patient care and redefining it with excellence in healthcare nationwide.

Centurions MHA Administrative Fellowship is a unique post-graduate leadership development opportunity designed for emerging healthcare leaders interested in correctional healthcare administration. The fellow will gain comprehensive exposure to healthcare operations within correctional settings while working alongside senior leaders to support strategic initiatives, quality improvement efforts, population health programs, and operational excellence.

This fellowship offers a distinctive opportunity to learn how healthcare is delivered to an underserved and medically complex patient population while contributing to initiatives focused on clinical quality, patient safety, behavioral health, chronic disease management, and operational performance.

Fellowship Experience

• The fellow will work closely with executive leadership and participate in projects across multiple operational and clinical functions, including:

• Healthcare operations and administration
• Strategic planning and organizational development
• Quality improvement and patient safety
• Behavioral health services
• Population health management
• Finance and healthcare analytics
• Compliance and accreditation
• Workforce planning and employee engagement
• Clinical program development
• Contract management and performance improvement

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support cross-functional projects that improve healthcare delivery, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
• Analyze operational, financial, and clinical performance data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop presentations, reports, and recommendations for executive leadership.
• Participate in strategic planning activities and organizational initiatives.
• Support quality assurance, risk management, and accreditation efforts.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to implement healthcare best practices.
• Assist in evaluating healthcare programs and measuring performance outcomes.
• Attend leadership meetings and gain exposure to executive decision-making processes.
• Conduct research and benchmarking activities to support organizational goals.

Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications

• Master\'s degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA), Health Administration.
• Graduation within the previous 12 months or completion of degree requirements before fellowship start date.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience through academic, professional, military, or volunteer activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship or work experience in healthcare.
• Interest in correctional healthcare, public health, population health, or healthcare operations.
• Experience with healthcare data analysis, quality improvement, or project management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data analytics tools.

Ideal Candidate

• We seek candidates who are:

• Passionate about improving healthcare access and outcomes for vulnerable populations.
• Interested in healthcare leadership and operational excellence.
• Adaptable, collaborative, and self-motivated.
• Committed to advancing health equity and public service.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and mission-driven environment.

What You\'ll Gain

• Direct mentorship from healthcare executives and operational leaders.
• Exposure to complex healthcare delivery systems within correctional settings.
• Experience leading high-impact projects that influence organizational performance.
• Professional development opportunities and executive networking.
• Enhanced understanding of healthcare quality, compliance, finance, and operations.
• Preparation for future leadership roles in healthcare administration.

Application Requirements

Please submit:

• Current Resume/CV
• Cover Letter outlining interest in healthcare leadership and correctional healthcare
• Graduate Transcript (official or unofficial)
• 3 Professional References

Application Deadline: October 15 2026

Anticipated State Date: May 2027

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.