Performance Improvement Consultant

Logan Health Medical Center; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Health Medical Center in Kalispell, MT is seeking a Performance Improvement Consultant to translate strategy into measurable results. You will lead system-wide improvement projects, analyze performance data, and collaborate with executive and operational leaders to identify opportunities to improve accountability and outcomes.

The ideal candidate combines analytical expertise with business acumen and project management, thrives in a fast-paced healthcare setting, and drives change through

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
• Five+ years in change management or performance improvement roles.
• Healthcare experience preferred; strong data analysis skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance improvement projects aligned with organizational goals.
• Partner with executive leaders to identify, evaluate, and prioritize improvement opportunities.
• Develop business cases and evidence-based recommendations from data insights.
• Facilitate planning processes translating strategy into actionable projects.
• Analyze performance data and connect outcomes to scorecards.
• Manage complex projects with stakeholders, budgets, and timelines.

Skills

Change management

Data analysis

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/healthcare admin

MBA or MHA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Turn Ideas Into Action. Drive Meaningful Improvement. Logan Health is seeking a Performance Improvement Consultant to help translate organizational strategy into measurable results. Working closely with executive and operational leaders, this role leads complex projects, analyzes performance data, and identifies opportunities to improve operational effectiveness, accountability, and organizational outcomes. The ideal candidate combines analytical expertise, business acumen, and project management skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving and change management. This is an opportunity to influence system-wide priorities, support leaders in achieving strategic goals, and advance a culture of continuous improvement.

Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all. Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation. Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead performance improvement projects aligned with organizational goals, ensuring appropriate resources, timelines, and accountability are established.
• Partner with executive and operational leaders to identify, evaluate, and prioritize improvement opportunities across the organization.
• Develop business cases and evidence-based recommendations using data analysis, operational insights, and business acumen to support decision-making.
• Facilitate the 90-day planning process, translating organizational strategy into actionable projects and goals for front-line leaders.
• Analyze performance data from local and system sources, conduct process observations, and connect project outcomes to organizational scorecards.
• Manage complex unit-specific and system-wide projects, coordinating stakeholders, resources, budgets, timelines, communication, and team dynamics.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement while ensuring initiatives align with organizational culture and business objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned, consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position.
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field required. Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or healthcare administration preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in change management, strategy, performance improvement, finance, and/or operational roles required. Experience implementing business performance improvement solutions required. Experience analyzing large, complex datasets using business intelligence, reporting, data visualization, or statistical analysis tools required. Healthcare experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to translate data and business insights into actionable recommendations and measurable results.
• Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while demonstrating initiative, attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality outcomes.
• Demonstrates integrity, kindness, empathy, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with tact and diplomacy.
• Commitment to teamwork and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn additional software and systems.

Shift

Day Shift - Variable Hours (United States of America)

Schedule

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check
• Reference checks
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations
• Screening Physical Demand Review/Screening
• Equal Opportunity Employer Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.

At Logan Health, our work is driven by our mission, vision and values: Our Mission Quality, compassionate care for all. Our Vision Reimagine health care through connection, service, and innovation. Our Core Values Be Kind – We foster compassion and positivity in our work environment. Work Together – Collaboration leads to innovation, efficiency, and improved communication. Trust and Be Trusted – We build trust by acting with authenticity, empathy, and good intent. Strive for Excellence – We continually push ourselves to improve, innovate, and deliver high-quality care and services.