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Administrative Fellowship

The Rochester Regional Health Administrative Fellowship Program is a 12 to 24 month, post-graduate program designed to grow and develop the next generation of healthcare leaders. Fellows will have the opportunity to complete meaningful system-wide projects and are able to gain new skills and exposure in areas of interest. Examples of past completed fellow projects include:

Data analysis of system-wide perioperative services
Interim position as Patient Experience Director
Project support for building the Sands Constellation Center for Critical Care
Design of Cancer Survivorship Clinic Business Case for the Lipson Cancer Institute
Selection and implementation of SafeConnect Event Reporting Software
Project management for developing a Geriatric Surgery Center of Excellence

In addition, all fellows will work under the guidance of a preceptor and program executive sponsor in order to set goals, receive constructive feedback, and manage their project portfolios. At Rochester Regional Health, we pride ourselves in selecting the highest qualified leaders to aid in the development and growth of fellows and the fellowship program.

Interested candidates should apply through the National Administrative Fellowship Centralized Application System (NAFCAS) or through the ACHE website. Each year, the application will open in June and close in October. Final candidates will be extended offers on the second Monday of November and then will have 24 hours to accept or decline the offer. Candidates will need to submit the following application materials:
1. Resume
2. Personal statement – using one page, please give your statement of interest explaining your qualifications, including why you would be a successful fellow
3. Graduate transcripts from a regionally accredited college or university
4. Three letters of recommendation:
- Academic
- Professional
- Other
1. Answers to the following questions using 250 words or less:
- Please propose one solution to solving the opioid epidemic and explain your answer.
- Describe a professional competency you are working on and why you think an Administrative Fellowship would help you improve upon it.
- Is healthcare a right or a privilege? Explain.
The following is the application timeline for 2020 – 2021 applicants:
- Applications open: June 12^th
- Application closes: October 2^nd
- Phone Interviews: Early October
- Onsite Interviews: Early / Mid October
All participants will have an opportunity to learn how a fellowship with Rochester Regional Health will set them apart as future healthcare leaders. In addition, the webinar will include an open forum with current Fellows at Rochester Regional Health.
- Webinar #1
  - August 23^rd, 2019 @ 11am EST
  - Join the August 23^rd webinar here
- Webinar #2
  - September 3^rd, 2019 @ 1pm EST
  - Join the September 3^rd webinar here
View 2019 - 2020 Webinar
Taylor Baumann, MHA

University of Central Florida; Project Manager | Enterprise Program Management Office | Rochester Regional Health

Years of Fellowship: 2018 - 2019

“The Fellowship Program has been the single most impactful experience of my career. It allowed me to explore new areas of healthcare that I hadn’t previously explored, hone my technical skills, and develop genuine relationships with leaders that have shaped me into a better leader. My experiences working with physicians, executives, vendors, and staff have allowed me to grow both personally and professionally. The “Build-Your-Own Experience” structure provides endless opportunities to learn and find your interests. I’m very grateful to have served as a Fellow, and know that I will carry the skills and knowledge that I gained throughout the rest of my career.”

Caroline Frahm, MHA

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Program Manager | Geriatric Surgery Center of Excellence | Rochester Regional Health

Years of Fellowship: 2017 - 2019

“I think the most impactful aspect of the fellowship, for me, was the realistic way it shaped my future career goals. The leadership at Rochester Regional Health provided me with direct opportunities to feel ownership over complex projects, feel responsibility to deliver on goals, while lending appropriate support. This style of mentorship allowed me to develop project management skills, by managing actual projects. My current role is a direct result of the work I was allowed to do, and the relationships I was able to develop during the fellowship.”

Rebecca King, MHA

Georgia Southern University; Wellness Program Manager | The Jackson Laboratory

Years of Fellowship: 2017 - 2018

“The RRH Administrative Fellowship Program allowed me to grow, both professionally and personally, while building a unique foundation for my career in healthcare. Not only was I able to develop a diverse skill set that can be transferred to any industry, but I was able to create meaningful relationships that I will carry for the rest of my life.”

Maha Madi, MHSA

University of Kansas School of Medicine; Associate Consultant | Sg2

Years of Fellowship: 2018 - 2019

“The opportunity to complete an administrative fellowship at Rochester Regional Health has been the most impactful experience in my professional and personal life. The structure of the fellowship allowed for me to complete complex projects while working alongside system leaders who have become great mentors. While working on various projects, I was able to identify areas of interest within the health system to help guide my future career plans. The fellowship creates opportunities for skill development and relationship building; in addition to, fostering an environment that helps young healthcare professionals learn and grow in a meaningful way. I’m extremely grateful to have had the opportunity to serve as a fellow, and know that I will take what I have learned and use it throughout the rest of my career.”

Nonso Nwanze, OD, MSc, DIC

Imperial College London; Manager | Medical and Social Day Cares | Rochester Regional Health

Years of Fellowship: 2018 - 2019

“I was very excited at the opportunity to do a Fellowship at RRH because the unique project based approach allowed me a hands on opportunity to leverage the experience I had gained working on brands and projects in the Consumer Goods space, whilst at the same time learning more about health care operations and processes. Being involved in, and managing system wide initiatives allowed me grow my skill set in people management, leadership, operations competence and conflict resolution.
The sum total of my experiences as an Administrative Fellow – be it from touring all our hospitals and facilities, to shadowing operational leaders, shadowing the OR, access to the C suite and enjoying festivals, food, wine and people - have allowed me to adopt, accept and appreciate brand Rochester regional and has enhanced my journey to becoming a health system leader.”

Gennel Vieira, MHA

The Ohio State University; Project Manager | DSRIP | Rochester Regional Health

Years of Fellowship: 2018 - 2019

“Looking back, I cannot believe how much I have grown in just a year. The fellowship program has been such an amazing experience for me and I am so grateful for all of the opportunities that I have been afforded. The fellowship has opened up so many doors for me that I am sure would not be available elsewhere or through more traditional routes. I owe much of my success to the support system that comes with the fellowship – the ‘friends of the fellows’, mentors, co-fellows, and especially the preceptors. Through the guidance of everyone associated with the fellowship, I was able to explore areas of healthcare that I never would have, try experiences that made me uncomfortable (in a good way) and challenge my skills. The fellowship has given me the foundation of knowledge and competencies that I trust will be instrumental in developing my career in healthcare.”

Annemarie Wess, MHA

University of Central Florida; Project Manager | RRH Integration

Years of Fellowship: 2016 - 2018

“I chose to remain employed with Rochester Regional Health because this organization believes in their mission, vision, and values while engaging with the community for greater impact. Rochester Regional Health continuously invests in growing their employees, including the administrative fellowship program, through education and mentorship. They pursue best practices and innovative concepts like sustainability in healthcare. It is difficult to choose any one program feature that I appreciate more than others because the program is so dynamic and offers a variety of healthcare experiences. If I had to choose though, I would say that I love how Rochester Regional Health empowers their employees to develop innovative forward thinking ideas for implementation. They truly engage their employees, visitors, and community members from all levels. This is a fellowship program where professional growth and success is inevitable as well as fostered.”