Finance Fellowship

Ochsner Health; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a motivated finance fellow to handle project-based workloads focused on finance. Responsibilities include executing initiatives to improve workflow, collaborating with executives, and presenting plans. Candidates must have a master's degree in finance or a related field, and strong analytical and communication skills are essential. Competitive candidates will be adept in Microsoft Office and possess leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field required.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale from an accredited program.
• Proven success adapting in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute projects and initiatives to improve departmental workflow.
• Communicate plans and project details to team members.
• Collaborate with executives and key stakeholders.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent analytical skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Basic project management skills

Education

Master of Finance or Accounting

Master of Business Administration w/Finance Concentration

Master of Healthcare Administration or Master in Public Health

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job handles project-based workload concentrated on the Financial areas of the organization and rotates through the areas of Managed Care, Reimbursement, Budget, Finance, Decision Support, HIM/Coding, Business Office, and other key areas of finance.

Job Summary:

Structures projects around real-time issues in each department with the goal of improvement in departmental workflow and productivity.

Responsibilities:

• Executes projects and initiatives.
• Engages in professional and career development.
• Communicates with and presents plans/projects to team members.
• Collaborates with company executives and key stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements:

• Master of Finance or Accounting
• Master of Business Administration w/Finance Concentration
• Master of Healthcare Administration or Master in Public Health (requires undergraduate concentration in finance/accounting)
• Or other related accredited graduate program w/undergraduate concentration in finance/accounting with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

Preferred Experience:

• Proven success adapting and contributing effectively within fast-paced, evolving professional environments, including examples of navigating change, managing competing priorities, and collaborating across teams

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to define project objectives, identify stakeholders, plan steps, and allocate resources to achieve objectives in a resourceful manner.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office — Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership skills and ability to demonstrate good judgment.
• Basic project management skills.

How to Apply:

This year's application process will require a 2-part procedure:

First step: Submit an application to this job posting.

Second step: Submit all required documentation in one PDF to [e-mail]

Application packets must include the following documentation to be considered:

• Application Cover Sheet
• Current Resume/CV
• Professional Statement (1 page maximum) must include specifics on: Why are you seeking a healthcare career at Ochsner? Why are you seeking an Ochsner Finance fellowship? What are your post-fellowship career goals and how will an Ochsner Finance Fellowship help you achieve these goals?
• Three (3) Letters of Recommendation – must include name, title & contact phone number and must be signed (combination of academic and professional required)
• Unofficial Graduate School Transcript – include with application submittal.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.