Administrative Fellow - 2027-2028 Program

Endeavor Health; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Pathways to Promote Growth

Medical, Dental, Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health's Administrative Fellowship Program is a one-year, project-based initiative designed to immerse fellows in healthcare administration and leadership. The fellow supports strategic and operational initiatives, developing skills to drive innovation and efficiency in patient care.

The role reports to the President and CEO, Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health or his designee. This fellowship provides practical experience across management activities and opportunities to work closely

Qualifications

• Masters degree in health administration required.
• High level of self-motivation and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written, oral and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in projects across Operations, Finance and Strategic Planning; manage, execute and monitor initiatives.
• Attend executive leadership meetings and participate in enterprise-wide initiatives to develop leadership skills.
• Collaborate across departments to gain a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s functions.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to staff; support professional growth and career development.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership Development

Operational Analysis

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

Mentorship

Communication

Education

Masters Degree in Health Administrative

Job description

Hourly Pay Range $25.36 - $38.04 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Hourly Pay Range $25.36 - $38.04 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Administrative Fellow

Position Highlights

• Position: Administrative Fellow
• Location: Evanston, Warrenville, Arlington Heights, Chicago
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am – 7:30pm
• Required Travel: Yes, between sites
• Access to reliable transportation is strongly recommended due to required travel between multiple system sites within the same day

Brief Overview

Endeavor Health's Administrative Fellowship Program is a one-year, project-based initiative designed to immerse fellows in healthcare administration and leadership. Throughout the fellowship, fellows support strategic and operational initiatives, developing skills necessary to drive innovation and enhance efficiency in patient care. The purpose of this job is to serve as the fellow reporting to the President and CEO, Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health or his designee. This program is designed to ensure practical experience in all facets of healthcare management for the fellow. The fellow will work closely with senior management on special projects in support of strategic initiatives and our common mission. The objective of this job is to allow the fellow to develop leadership skills and management skills through direct participation in management activities.

What You Will Do

• Project Management:
• Lead and participate in various projects across the organization, focusing on areas such as operations, finance, and strategic planning. This involves planning, executing, and monitoring projects to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Leadership Development:
• Attend executive leadership meetings and engage in enterprise-wide initiatives to develop leadership skills and gain exposure to high‑level decision‑making processes.
• Attend administrative staff meetings, department head meetings, board meetings and other meetings as needed
• Operational Analysis:
• Assess and improve operational processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the organization
• Cross‑Departmental Collaboration:
• Work with various departments, including finance, human resources, marketing, and information technology, to gain a comprehensive understanding of the organization's functions
• Mentorship:
• Receive guidance and feedback from senior leaders to support professional growth and career development.

What You Will Need

• Education: Masters Degree in Health Administrative Required
• Experience:
• Unique or Preferred Skills:
• High level of self‑motivation and ability to work in a quick paced environment.
• Excellent written, oral and analytical skills.

Benefits (For Full Time Or Part Time Positions)

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community‑connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community‑connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.