• Administrative Fellowship

    The Administrative Fellowship is designed to develop future leaders in healthcare.

    Administrative Fellowship Opportunities

    Texas Children's Hospital believes that leadership development occurs through a variety of experiences including working closely with senior leaders, involvement in strategic projects, partnering with an executive mentor, attending leadership meetings and participating in world-class development workshops.

    Working closely with senior leaders

    Within the first few weeks of your fellowship, you will have the opportunity to meet with members of the Executive Council to gain a better understanding of their areas of responsibility as well as a sense of their experiences and leadership.

    Involvement in strategic projects

    As an administrative fellow you will be involved in a variety of strategic projects. Historically, participants have developed business plans for expansion projects, helped design strategic initiatives such as enterprise content management or served as team members on other key projects. As a result of former fellows' successful projects, Texas Children's Hospital has developed new lines of service, including the Texas Children's Health Centers.

    Partnering with an executive mentor

    As an administrative fellow, you will be paired with an executive mentor.You will have opportunities to shadow your mentor and learn from his or her experiences.Your mentor will help you better understand the organization, strategic priorities and growth plans, as well as ensure you have a well-rounded experience in the program.

    Attending leadership meetings

    Regular attendance at the Executive Council and Director's Forum is encouraged. Here you will gain valuable insight into the direction of the Texas Children's organization and the top challenges facing healthcare and leadership. Additionally, fellows have a myriad of opportunities to participate in other senior leader meetings.

    Participating in development workshops

    Team Collaboration, Team Learning and Change, and Leadership Essentials Plus are just a few of the types of development workshops you will have the opportunity to attend. These sessions will provide valuable tools and information that will add to your knowledge and assist in the development of your personal leadership skills and competencies.

    Skills and experience requirements

    Required for completely satisfactory performance in this job are:

    • Knowledge of the healthcare market and of business theory and its application
    • The ability to use basic computer word processing and spreadsheet software
    • The ability to communicate well (including oral, written and interpersonal communication)
    • The ability to demonstrate organizational awareness, think analytically and show initiative

    Qualifications

    Graduate level degree in business or health care administration or a related degree and a minimum of 1 year of healthcare or related experience. This position can serve as the remaining requirement for the graduate degree if all didactic coursework has been completed.

    Application deadline: October 1, 2012

    Selection announcement date: November 2012

    Start date: July 2013

    Term: 1 year

    To Apply:

    Please fax, email or mail a cover sheet, resume and a personal statement that addresses your goals in pursuing a fellowship and a career in healthcare management to the address listed below. The personal statement should not be more than 2 pages in length.

    For more information please contact:

    Texas Children's Hospital
    Attn: Bree Akingbola
    1919 S. Braeswood MB-1301
    Houston, TX 77030
    832-824-6557
    832-825-6563