What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Fellow position at Corewell Health?
Job Summary - Administrative Fellow
The Corewell Health Administrative Fellow plays an active role in shaping the future of healthcare by engaging in governance, management, and operations across our integrated delivery system. This fellowship goes beyond observation, fellows lead and contribute to high-impact projects that drive innovation and operational excellence. With a focus on program analysis, strategic planning, implementation, and presenting insights to executive leadership, fellows influence decisions that support our commitment to make health better. Building on the knowledge and skills developed in a graduate healthcare administration program, fellows will expand their expertise in leadership, finance, and organizational strategy while collaborating with visionary leaders. This is an opportunity to accelerate your career, make a measurable difference, and help redefine what’s possible in healthcare.
Essential functions - Administrative Fellow
• Observes the management and operation of functions and entities within the health system including but not limited to: ambulatory and continuing care, hospital operations, financial management, health law, health policy, health insurance, human resources management, marketing and communications, program development, strategic planning, medical affairs, and informatics.
• Attends and participates in administrative and director meetings, including those of the Corewell Health Board, Board Committees, system-level leadership, and regional leadership sessions with Regional Presidents.
• Executes special project assignments submitted by executive and director-level staff, contingent upon approval from the Corewell Health Chief Executive Officer. Regularly engages in the analysis of current or proposed health system components and business units, presenting findings and recommendations to appropriate stakeholders. Ensures all required documentation for activities within assigned areas is completed accurately and promptly.
• Regularly meets with the Corewell Health CEO and COO to provide project and observation updates and reports.
• Cultivates and sustains productive working relationships both internally and externally to the organization.
• Participates in ongoing study to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills required for assigned responsibilities, building upon their graduate education.
• Ensures that patients, their families, visitors, customers, and team members are consistently treated with courtesy and respect.
• Consistently displays teamwork and integrity in all professional activities. Ensures that all work performed aligns with Corewell Health's mission, vision, values, and overall commitment.
Qualifications - Administrative Fellow
- Required Master's Degree MHA (Master's Healthcare Administration) or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university.
Application Instructions – Corewell Health Administrative Fellow
- Submit one single combined PDF attachment
Include the following documents:
- Personal statement
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Official undergraduate transcript from an accredited university
- Official graduate transcript
- One reference of your choice (professional/academic)
- Upload the combined PDF through the application system
Physical Demands
- Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
- Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
- Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
- Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
- Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
- Sitting: Occasionally
- Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
- Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
- Reach - Above Shoulder: Frequently
- Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Frequently
- Handling: Frequently
- Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
How Corewell Health cares for you
- Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
- Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
- Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Corewell Health Place - 100 Corewell Drive NW - Grand RapidsDepartment Name
Administration Executive System - CorporateEmployment Type
Full timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
40Hours of Work
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Days Worked
Monday to FridayWeekend Frequency
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.