POSITION SUMMARY: The Administrative Fellowship Program at Sutter Health provides an outstanding opportunity for Master’s prepared individuals to learn from excellent preceptors and to work in one or more areas of administrative specialization: acute care hospitals, medical groups/foundations and ambulatory care environments in an integrated, not-for-profit health care system. Administrative Fellows gain experience and develop an in-depth understanding of operations and strategic initiatives through project work and direct participation in management activities. Exposure to the various healthcare environments enables Sutter Health Fellows to gain a broad base of understanding regarding the challenges facing health care delivery systems and additionally to develop valuable skills that will better prepare them to assume leadership roles in the health care industry.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: Administrative Fellows report directly to a designated Executive – typically a Chief Executive Officer or Regional President. Fellows may receive ongoing direction and guidance from other leaders within the organization.

• Experience: Experience in the healthcare industry is helpful, as is experience analyzing complex issues and recommending appropriate/ meaningful and fiscally sound solutions.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of current issues affecting the healthcare industry desired, as is awareness of applicable legal and accreditation requirements, standards and guidelines. Knowledge of Lean/ Six Sigma approaches to process improvement helpful.
• Skills: Must have the excellent leadership, communication (written, verbal and presentation), problem identification and analytical skills required to formulate and recommend creative solutions to diverse and complex problems. Also required is skill in the use of a computer, including use of word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software. Must function effectively as both a team member and leader. Must be able to read and understand financial analyses/ statements. Organization and prioritization are skills required. Must be able to work effectively in an independent fashion - - without significant direct supervision, guidance or direction. Assignments are of considerable complexity, depth, and variety, which require the application of independent judgment and exercise of initiative. Requires the ability to provide direction and guidance to the activities of others; to achieve results through delegation, control and follow-up procedures and to utilize available resources.