• Administrative Fellow

    Saint Luke's (Kansas City, MO)


    Job Description​

    **Saint Luke's Administrative Fellowship** offers an exciting opportunity for emerging leaders who want to shape the future of health care. This unique program, **directly overseen by the Planning and Project Management executive for BJC's West Region** (Saint Luke's - Kansas City), offers experiences in both strategy and operations at a Regional and Enterprise level within BJC. Applications are due by September 30, 2025 at 11:59pm.

    This 12-month fellowship provides opportunities to:

    + **Support and facilitate the strategic planning process** for various hospital-based, ambulatory, and clinical service line initiatives

    + **Lead the implementation of high-priority operational projects** that drive achievement of Enterprise Priorities

    + **Gain broad exposure across a complex health system** , including observing clinical operations, system-level strategy development, and shared services functions such as Finance, HR, IT, etc.

    + **Collaborate with leaders and teams** across the health system - including Peer Fellows in BJC's East (St. Louis) Region

    + **Receive personalized mentorship and professional development** in preparation for future roles in health care administration

     

    By the end of the year, fellows will have built a strong foundation in strategic thinking, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration - supporting them in the next phase of their health care career.

    Job responsibilities include:

    + Develops knowledge, skills, and practical experience related to Strategic Planning and Project Management in the health care industry

    + Manages development, execution, and completion of high-priority projects within the PMO

    + Collaborates on projects with cross-functional leaders and teams

    + Develops management and leadership skills by interacting with executive leaders

    + Participates in various observation and shadowing opportunities to learn within a complex health system

    + Demonstrates ability to synthesize information (qualitative and quantitative) and produce meaningful insights and recommendations

    + Contributes directly to written deliverables (business cases, slide decks, meeting facilitation materials, etc.)

    Ideal candidates:

    + Are recent graduates or early-career professionals (as of start date) with a Master's degree in Health Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field.

    + Strong communicators who are analytical, adaptable, and passionate about improving health care delivery.

    + Curious learners who are excited to engage with leaders, ask questions, and take initiative on high-priority projects.

    **The following application elements are required** (documents to be uploaded here) **_*_** **_Please be advised, these documents should be uploaded before submitting your application as you will not be able to go back to upload additional documents once submitted*_** :

    + Completed application form

    + Cover Letter [Addressed to Saint Luke’s Administrative Fellowship Committee; acknowledging fellowship goals, career objectives, and how you would contribute to the advancement of the organization]

    + Current Resume

    + Personal Statement (1-2 pages) that addresses (1) your interest in the Administrative Fellowship at Saint Luke’s, (2) your decision to pursue a career in health care administration, and (3) what you hope to contribute and gain from the fellowship experience

    + Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (academic or professional)

    + Official Graduate School Transcripts

     

    For questions or additional information, reach out to** **[email protected]** **or** **[email protected]

    Job Requirements

    Applicable Experience:

    Less than 1 year

     

    Master's Degree - Health Administration

    Job Details

    Full Time

     

    Day (United States of America)

     

    _The best place to get care. The best place to give care_** **. Saint Luke’s 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke’s means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.

     

    Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.