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Administrative Fellowship

Administrative Fellowship Program

The Emory Healthcare (EHC) Administrative Fellowship Program is a two-year, full-time paid position that provides future healthcare executives with opportunities to gain an in-depth understanding of hospital and clinic-based healthcare operations in an academic medical center environment. Fellows take part in hands-on, operationally, and financially focused projects and participate in various leadership activities that nurture professional growth. Furthermore, fellows are exposed to high-level strategic planning and other health system functions, including marketing, human resources, and information technology.

Program Advantages

The EHC Administrative Fellowship is designed to develop strong leaders for Emory Healthcare and the healthcare industry by providing Fellows the opportunity to:

  • Direct reporting relationship to a member of the senior leadership team who, in collaboration with the fellow, will develop plans for the duration of the fellowship, as well as for their career
  • Develop broad competencies in operations, strategy, and finance
  • Engage in projects or initiatives specific to their unique interests and skillset
  • Gain exposure to high-level strategic planning and other health system functions, including Finance, Human Resources, Digital, Innovation & Strategy, Quality and Patient Safety, and Operations 
  • Develop mentoring relationships with EHC executives and management teams
  • Participate in various leadership activities that nurture professional growth
  • A fellow will have the opportunity to serve as the Chief Administrative Fellow, significantly enhancing their exposure to executive leadership enabling their involvement in making critical decisions that will drive the growth and future of the fellowship program 

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Fellowship Structure

Rotational Tracks

The Administrative Fellowship Program's goal is to provide future healthcare executives with opportunities to gain an in-depth understanding of hospital and clinic-based operations in an academic medical center environment. To achieve this, each fellow will get to select a designated track that aligns with their current expertise, the business needs of the organization, and the aspirations of the Fellow.

These tracks include:

  • Clinical
  • Finance/Revenue Cycle
  • Administrative/Operations
  • Innovation & Strategy
  • Quality & Patient Safety
  • Digital

Year 1 - To provide Fellows with a foundational knowledge of the health system, Year 1 of the program will consist of 4 rotations. These rotations will be catered to the Fellows track. The Fellows will have a preceptor for each rotation, ensuring ample support. In addition, having multiple preceptors will provide maximum exposure to system-level leadership.

Year 2 - The second year of the Administrative Fellowship will consist of 2 rotations that are project-focused. The purpose of these rotations is to grow the depth of knowledge in the Fellows' chosen area of interest and expertise. Similar to the first year, the Fellow will have a preceptor for each of these rotations during their 2nd year.

Graduation - Upon graduation from the 2-year Fellowship Program, Fellows are guaranteed a full-time leadership role with Emory Healthcare assuming satisfactory performance.

 

Preceptor Relationships

Administrative Fellows have the unique opportunity to engage with several senior leaders across the enterprise. As a way of furthering these conversations and mentoring relationships, Fellows are assigned preceptors based on their tracks and rotations. Preceptors are chosen for the Fellowship Program based on their demonstrated commitment to the Fellowship and provide career development guidance.

 

Mentorship

Along with a dedicated preceptor for each rotation, Fellows will also be assigned a mentor for the entire two years. These mentors are paired based on the individual Fellow's interest areas, background, and intended career path. These mentors can range from previous Fellows in leadership positions throughout the organization all the way up to Senior System Leaders. These mentors will serve as both coaches and advisors throughout the Fellows' time in the program, maximizing development and forming strong connections.

administrative fellowship rotation diagram

 

Program Components

Orientation - During the first few weeks of the Program, fellows participate in informational interviews with Emory Healthcare's senior leadership team.

Committee Meetings - Fellows rotate among key committees to gain a broad background and understanding of Emory Healthcare. By observing leaders, fellows gain awareness of various decision-making processes and challenges facing today's executives.

Clinical Shadowing- Fellows have the opportunity to rotate through various clinical departments within the hospitals and clinics at EHC. The clinical rotations are intended to give fellows exposure to working with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff, as well as an opportunity to observe frontline procedures and patient care. These are scheduled at the fellows' discretion.

Senior Leadership Meetings - Fellows meet on a regular basis with Emory Healthcare senior executives to discuss fellowship progress, professional development opportunities, and current healthcare issues.

Professional Development - Every quarter, the fellowship will offer professional development opportunities to gain further insight into specific topics catered specifically for administrative fellows. Along with this, the program offers several different leadership roles within the fellowship including Chief Fellow, Communication Chair, Alumni Chair, and Internship Coordinator.

Projects - The fellow and his/her preceptor select mutually beneficial assignments for the fellow, the specific healthcare entity, and the health system. Past projects include implementing process improvement projects, utilizing change management, developing business plans and pro formas, implementing new systems/software, and managing construction renovations.

Evaluation - Fellows receive informal feedback on an ongoing basis and are officially evaluated by their preceptors each year.

Class of 2025-2027 Application Information

Applicants should have a master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Public Administration, Nursing Administration, or an equivalent degree program. Applicants must have earned their degree prior to starting the program, except for programs that require residency or fellowship. Prior work experience in healthcare, including internships, and demonstration of leadership through community involvement or professional associations is preferred.

Important Dates

  • Application Opens: July 8th, 2024 at 8:00 AM EST
  • Application Deadline: August 30th, 2024, by 10:00 AM EST
  • Interview Timeline:
    • Zoom Interviews: September 10th - 13th
    • Onsite Interviews Offered: week of September 16th
    • Submission of a pre-recorded video presentation: Week of September 30th
    • Final Onsite Interviews: Week of October 7th
    • Offers Extended: Week of October 7th

Program Start Date: June 2025

Application Information

To be considered, qualified applicants must complete ALL the following steps:

Step 1 – Complete the General Application Form 

The link will be added here once the application opens on July 8th at 8:00 AM

 

Step 2 – Submit Required Application Materials

Materials will be submitted via the portal referenced above. Materials should be combined in one (1) merged PDF, with the filename as “Last Name, First Name_2025 Administrative Fellowship Application”.

  • Current Resume / CV
  • Two Signed Letters of Recommendation (2)
  • Undergraduate Transcript (official or unofficial)
  • Graduate Transcript (official or unofficial)
  • Personal Statement that encompasses the following in a single-spaced, 500–750-word essay:
    • Why are you interested in completing an administrative fellowship at Emory Healthcare?
    • How do you envision contributing to Emory Healthcare during the fellowship?
    • How do you exemplify the fellowship values: Innovative Thinking, Resilience, and Adaptability?
    • What are your post-fellowship goals and how will an Emory Healthcare Administrative Fellowship help you achieve these goals?
    • What leadership qualities do you possess and how have you demonstrated them?

All application materials must be submitted in a merged PDF document and submitted via the portal by 10:00 AM EST on August 30th, 2024.

 

Video Presentation Submission

Candidates who advance to Onsite Interviews will be asked to submit a pre-recorded video presentation to the search committee. Candidates will be asked to create a 10-15 slide PowerPoint presentation showcasing a recent project (example from school or work). Candidates should discuss project scope, their role, and the outcome of the project. Slides should include examples of the candidate's work, such as visuals and key findings. The candidate should record on Zoom with video on while presenting the slide deck. The video should be 8-10 minutes in length. Further video submission instructions will be sent to onsite interview candidates.

 

In accordance with EEOC guidelines, Emory Healthcare is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education. Discrimination against any individual for reasons of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or service in the uniformed services is specifically prohibited.


Jenny Kent
Program Manager, EHC Administrative Fellowship Program

Contact Us

For further inquiries about the Emory Healthcare Administrative Fellowship Program, please email us at admin.fellowship@emoryhealthcare.org.

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