Administrative Fellow
Ascension · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $75,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Support executive leaders in healthcare administration.
- Develop and implement organizational strategies and policies.
- Analyze financial targets and operating budgets.
- Lead critical projects and facilitate leadership meetings.
- Participate in a structured development program.
About the role
About the Role
Ascension is seeking an Administrative Fellow to join their Administration department. This is a full-time, day shift position with a remote work arrangement. The Administrative Fellow will support executive leaders and organizational strategies through a structured development program. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in healthcare administration and contribute to reimagining healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Support executive leaders and organizational strategies through a structured development program.
- Assist in the formulation, enhancement, and implementation of organizational strategy and policies.
- Oversee and analyze specified financial targets, operating budgets, and/or resource allocation.
- Complete data collection, research, and value-added analytics for executive leaders through the interpretation of facts and summary analyses.
- Identify and facilitate process improvement initiatives.
- Lead assigned, critical projects.
- Facilitate key leadership meetings including developing agendas, materials, discussion topics, action items, and outlining key decisions.
- Complete development program including assessment process, development goal planning, and defined projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Enrolled or graduate of a Master's degree program preferred.
About Ascension
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system committed to service, growth, care, and connection. We are recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, offering an inclusive and supportive environment for our 99,000+ associates.
Benefits
Ascension offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support associates' well-being and professional growth. This includes:
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription, HSA/FSA)
- Financial security and retirement planning (employer-matched 403(b))
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth opportunities (tuition assistance, professional development)
- Emotional well-being resources (EAP, counseling, spiritual care)
- Family support benefits (parental leave, adoption assistance)
- Other benefits like legal and pet insurance, transportation savings.
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours, and location. Benefits are subject to change.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ascension is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Fraud Prevention Notice
Be aware of fraudulent job offers. Ascension will never ask for payment or banking information during the application process. Official communications will come from @ascension.org email addresses.
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Ascension participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.
Key skills/competency
- Administrative Fellowship
- Healthcare Administration
- Organizational Strategy
- Financial Analysis
- Budget Management
- Process Improvement
- Project Leadership
- Data Analysis
- Executive Support
- Leadership Meetings
Skills & topics
- Administrative Fellow
- Healthcare Administration
- Organizational Strategy
- Financial Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Executive Support
- Leadership Development
- Data Analytics
- Remote Work
- Nonprofit
- Catholic Health System
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight relevant bachelor's degree and any master's program coursework in healthcare administration, strategy, or finance.
- Showcase analytical skills: Emphasize experience with data collection, financial analysis, and process improvement on your resume.
- Demonstrate leadership potential: Provide examples of leading projects or facilitating meetings in previous roles or academic settings.
- Research Ascension's mission: Align your application with Ascension's commitment to service, growth, care, and connection in Catholic health systems.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your problem-solving approach and how you handle project leadership.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Administrative Fellow role at Ascension?
- The Administrative Fellow position at Ascension is a remote role, allowing you to work from home. This offers flexibility and eliminates the need for daily commuting.
- What educational background is required for the Administrative Fellow position?
- A Bachelor's degree is the minimum requirement for this role. Preference is given to candidates who are enrolled in or have graduated from a Master's degree program.
- What kind of support can I expect as an Administrative Fellow at Ascension?
- As an Administrative Fellow, you will receive structured development program support, including assessment, goal planning, and defined projects, alongside guidance from executive leaders.
- How does Ascension ensure a fair hiring process for the Administrative Fellow role?
- Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all applicants and associates, ensuring a process free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
- What are some of the key responsibilities of an Administrative Fellow?
- Key responsibilities include supporting executive leaders, assisting with strategy and policy implementation, analyzing financial targets, conducting research, facilitating process improvements, and leading projects.
- What benefits does Ascension offer to its associates, including Administrative Fellows?
- Ascension offers a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, financial security options, PTO, career growth opportunities, emotional well-being resources, and family support. Specifics may vary.
- How can I identify a fraudulent job offer from Ascension for the Administrative Fellow position?
- Be vigilant. Legitimate Ascension communications will come from @ascension.org email addresses. Ascension will never ask for payment or banking information during the application or hiring process.
- Does Ascension participate in E-Verify for the Administrative Fellow role?
- Yes, Ascension participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify) to confirm the employment eligibility of new hires.