Administrative Fellow

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 49,920 - 81,619; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago offers an Administrative Fellowship designed for aspiring healthcare leaders. This prestigious program spans 18 to 24 months, focusing on leadership development and contributions to operational and strategic initiatives.

Fellows work on impactful projects, engage in leadership meetings, and gain mentorship. Minimum qualifications include a related Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s from an accredited institution. The salary range is $49,920.00–$81,619.20, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, nursing, finance, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or public health from a nationally accredited institution, earned within one year prior to application.
• Analytical skills necessary to plan and develop impactful activities.

Responsibilities

• Undertakes impactful projects aligned with strategic priorities.
• Participates in leadership meetings and receives mentorship from executives.
• Takes on an interim management role in year 2.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, nursing, finance, or related field

Master’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or public health

Job description

Location

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

The Administrative Fellowship at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is an unparalleled opportunity for aspiring healthcare leaders to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of pediatric healthcare management. This prestigious post‑graduate program offers an 18–24‑month journey of professional growth, hands‑on leadership development, and meaningful contributions to operational and strategic initiatives.

Year 1 Fellowship Responsibilities & Expectations

The fellow undertakes impactful projects aligned with the organization’s strategic priorities, gaining a comprehensive understanding of hospital operations. Fellows also participate in leadership meetings and receive mentorship from seasoned executives.

Year 2 Fellowship Responsibilities & Expectations

The fellow takes on an interim management role, stretch assignment, or department‑specific project, providing a platform to further refine their leadership capabilities and prepare for career advancement.

Reporting Structure

During the administrative fellowship, the fellow reports to the Chief Operating Officer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, nursing, finance, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or public health from a nationally accredited institution, earned within one year prior to application or upon fellowship completion. Applicants fulfilling fellowship requirements as part of their graduate program are also eligible.
• Analytical skills necessary to plan and develop activities impacting hospital‑wide or departmental operations, work with special projects, and develop, prepare, and analyze various reports.
• Communication skills, both oral and written, necessary to prepare clear and concise reports and make effective recommendations and formal presentations.

Job Duties

• Demonstrates effective behaviors as outlined in the organization‑wide core competencies.
• Completes a comprehensive orientation to the operations of the Medical Center to develop basic skills in hospital management and gain a better understanding of pediatric healthcare, Lurie Children’s and its related entities.
• Gathering, investigating, researching, analyzing, and/or studying activities impacting hospital‑wide or intra/interdepartmental operations.
• Attends meetings as needed and participates on committees as needed.
• Completes other special projects or assignments as directed.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Pay Range

$49,920.00–$81,619.20 salary. Lurie Children’s offers a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials, leadership incentives, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer‑paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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