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This job rotates through and experiences various aspects of the organization's administration. The Fellow is exposed to a number of different entities including, but not limited to, hospitals, clinics, business development areas, strategic operations, and corporate offices. Participates in a broad range of hands-on experiences and projects that will prepare him or her for future opportunities in health care leadership. Applies the theories, principles and skills learned in the academic portion of a graduate program in business or health care administration to the Fellowship. This job is exposed to unique projects throughout each rotation in order to cultivate competencies that are critical to the success of leadership in the health care environment. Focuses on core competencies across a number of disciplines and may have rotations across several of departments including Clinical Operations, Hospital Operations, Strategy, Business Development, Strategic Operations, Strategic Programs, Community Hospitals, and Financial Analysis. Assigned applicable project work and an executive preceptor who is responsible for serving as a mentor throughout each rotation. The executive preceptor facilitates project reporting, progress evaluations, and feedback to ensure continuous competency development of the Fellow. The Program Administrator facilitates feedback and overall coordination. Fellows have the opportunity to collaborate with executives and senior administration throughout the duration of the program. Demonstrates actions consistent with company expectations as duties are performed on a daily basis.
Application will NOT be considered complete without ALL required documentation uploaded at the time the application is submitted.
If candidate's recommenders prefer to send letters of recommendation directly to the program, rather than providing them to the applicant at the time of submission, please have them emailed to adminfellow@ochsner.org
Required documents include:

• Personal Statement
• 2 letters of recommendation required (mix of academic and professional). If the University does not offer academic letters of recommendation, please include two professional recommendations. Recommendations should be uploaded through Workday application process unless your recommender prefers to send directly to the program coordinator at adminfellow@ochsner.org with your full name in the subject line. Deadline for all letters of recommendation is Aug. 28, 2026 at 11:59p CT
• Unofficial transcript - official transcripts would be requested upon hiring.
• Current Resume/CV- Please include your cumulative graduate GPA.

Guidelines for Personal Statement:

• Please submit a personal statement of no more than 1 page as part of your fellowship application. In your statement, introduce yourself, discuss your interest in the fellowship, describe relevant experiences and skills, outline your career goals, and express your commitment to healthcare leadership. Include a personal reflection that highlights an experience shaping your career choice.

For documents, please address to Fellowship Steering Committee
*Application deadline for July 2027 is August 28, 2026 at 11:59PM CT.
Due to the volume of applicants, the anticipated start of the interview process will begin in September 2026.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Education
Required - Master's degree in healthcare/business administration, public health or health services administration or another healthcare related field.
Work Experience
Required - Experience in hospital operations or an administrative internship.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Basic knowledge of hospital operations.
• Ability to define project objectives, identify stakeholders, plan steps, and allocate resources to achieve objectives in a resourceful manner.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership skills and ability to demonstrate good judgement.
• Basic project management skills.

Job Duties

• Executes projects and initiatives.
• Engages in professional and career development.
• Communicates with and presents plans/projects to team members.
• Collaborates with company executives and key stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.
The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.