Administrative Fellow

Essentia Health; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

401(k) plan

Job summary

Essentia Health in Fargo, ND offers an Administrative Fellowship designed to nurture independence and leadership in healthcare management. The one-year program places fellows beside senior leaders across strategic planning, operations, and new ventures, with exposure to finance, HR, process improvement, and information systems.

The fellowship begins July 2027 and concludes July 2028; applications open August 14, 2026 and close September 30, 2026. Masters degree required (MHA or MBA).

Qualifications

• Masters of Healthcare Administration or Masters of Business Administration required.

Responsibilities

• Engage in Strategic Planning, Operations, Business Development and Employee Engagement Strategies.
• Participate in Process Improvement and New Ventures initiatives.
• Collaborate with Senior Leaders to gain leadership opportunities across hospital operations and clinical services.

Skills

Leadership experiences

Administration Services

Finance

Human Resources

Process Excellence

Hospital Based Services

Clinical Operations

Information Systems

Other areas of Interest

Education

Masters of Healthcare Administration

Job description

Building Location:

32nd Avenue Building

Department:

3028000 ADMINISTRATION - SU

Job Description:

An Administrative Fellowship is a preceptor-directed program designed to nurture independence and experiential learning by an individual who has obtained a Masters of Healthcare Administration degree or a Masters of Business Administration degree. As such, it represents a way to assist Fellows in their transition to the Healthcare Profession from academically acquired knowledge to the actual management of healthcare organizations. The fellowship is structured, lasting one year, and involves the opportunity to work side-by-side with Senior Leaders to experience leadership opportunities, including: Strategic Planning, Operations, Business Development, Employee Engagement Strategies, Process Improvement, and New Ventures. While the organization may offer the fellow permanent employment, it is not required to, nor is the fellow obliged to accept such an offer.

Education Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Masters of Healthcare Administration or Masters of Business Administration

Applications:

• Applications open on August 14th, 2026
• Applications close on September 30th, 2026
• Fellowship begins in July of 2027 and concludes in July of 2028

Leadership Experiences Include:

• Administration Services
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Process Excellence
• Hospital Based Services
• Clinical Operations
• Information Systems
• Other areas of Interest

Fellowship Locations Available:

• Fargo, ND
• Brainerd, MN
• Duluth, MN

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

No certification/licensure required.

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Compensation Range:

$64,001.60 - $64,001.60

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.