Visiting Administrative Fellow

University of Illinois Chicago•Chicago, IL
•Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Fellow develops and implements policies and long-term plans within an assigned area of responsibility in the Hospital & Clinics. Acting as a project manager and lead, the fellow plans, designs, implements, and evaluates projects and initiatives to achieve outlined goals. The position supports strategic and operational work across hospital departments and care settings, while providing exposure to hospital governance, operations, and strategy through regular engagement with executive leadership and department heads. The fellow also assists senior leaders with meeting preparation and follow-up, evaluates ongoing operations, supports policy development and review, and may serve in management and supervisory roles. The role includes professional development and mentorship in healthcare leadership and administration.

Requirements

  • A master's degree in Health Administration, Business Administration, or a related accredited Health Administration program is required.
  • Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited master's degree program in a relevant field may be considered if actively progressing toward completion; finalists must complete all degree requirements before the fellowship start date.
  • Strong interpersonal, management, and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

  • Two years of previous healthcare-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in strategic planning and development of hospital and clinic activities by identifying, analyzing, presenting, and implementing initiatives to improve service, increase revenue, and improve efficiency and cost savings.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, and evaluate project plans aligned with institutional goals.
  • Participate in regular meetings with executive leadership and department heads to gain insight into hospital governance, operations, and strategy.
  • Conduct data analysis and research to inform decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives across care settings.
  • Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and recommend evidence-based solutions.
  • Support high-priority strategic and operational projects across clinical operations, ambulatory services, finance, human resources, and other departments.
  • Conduct policy reviews and write, develop, and revise policies.
  • Serve in management and supervisory roles.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for units, including pre-admission, evaluation, admission, discharge, and post-discharge follow-up.
  • Assist the C-Suite Office and other senior leaders with meeting content, agendas, and follow-ups for weekly senior leader and monthly leadership meetings.
  • Provide administrative assistance to assigned leaders and evaluate ongoing operations.
  • Recommend program modifications or new programs to improve utilization and quality of care, and implement approved program changes.
  • Plan, assign, and review staff work within assigned units to help ensure group objectives are met.
  • Engage in professional development and mentorship activities to build healthcare leadership and administration competencies.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
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