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The Finance Fellowship program serves as a means to help develop a fellow’s career by fostering their professional development and providing broad experiences within health care, specifically in the Finance arena. Fellows will have the opportunity to be exposed to unique projects throughout their rotations in order to cultivate competencies that are critical to the success of the fellow.Ochsner offers 1-2 Finance Administrative Fellowship positions yearly. Over the 24 month period, the Fellows have the opportunity to rotate through and experience aspects of the hospitals, clinics, corporate office and any of the other entities in which organizational needs are identified and fellow interest is expressed. Administrative Fellows are exposed to a broad range of hands-on experiences that will prepare them for a successful career in healthcare. Jeff Saucier, System Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis acts as the preceptor for the Fellows and coordinates involvement with all levels of administration within the organization. Fellows will concentrate on areas associated with finance to obtain maximum understanding of healthcare finances and revenue, as well as rotate through areas related to their own interests and career objectives.
How to Apply:
**Please follow directions on https://www.ochsner.org/careers/career-paths/administrative-fellowships carefully to complete application.**
We have made changes to this year's application submittal process and instructions have been included. Application packets must include the following documentation and submitted in 1 pdf file to the Operations email address listed below to be considered.
Application Cover Sheet
Current Resume/CV
Professional Statement (1-page maximum) – include specifics on:
Why are you choosing a career in healthcare?
How do you exhibit Ochsner’s Values: Patient’s First, Compassion, Integrity, Excellence & Teamwork?
What are your post-fellowship career goals and how will an Ochsner Administrative 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) NOTE: References who prefer to send letters directly to Ochsner should be sent to concentration email address and MUST include candidates full name in subject line. Letters must be received by specified concentration deadline for application to be considered.
Unofficial Graduate School Transcript – include with application submittal. Transcripts must be received by specified deadline for application to be considered. NOTE: An official transcript will be required upon hire.
All above documentation MUST be submitted in 1 pdf file to the FinanceAdminFellow@ochsner.org email address and submitted by Sunday, September 26, 2021 to be considered.
To request additional information or learn more about the program, please email FinanceAdminFellow@Ochsner.org
Education
Required:
Master of Healthcare Administration
Master of Business Administration
Master of Public Health
Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Preferred - Additional degrees, business training experience and/or certifications may be combined to meet minimum qualifications.
Work Experience
Required - Ability to define project objectives, identify stakeholders, plan steps, and allocate resources to achieve objectives in a resourceful manner
Preferred- Basic knowledge of hospital operations obtained through a previous position or administrative internship
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office — Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Basic knowledge of hospital operations obtained through a previous position or administrative internship
Excellent analytical skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong communication skills
Strong time management skills
Good judgment
Strong presentation skills
Excellent leadership skills
Basic project management skills
Job Duties
Executes projects and initiatives
Engages in professional and career development
Communicates with and presents plans/projects to team members
Collaborates with OHS Executives and key stakeholders
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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