The YNHHS Administrative Fellowship is a two-year program that provides the fellow with a valuable, broad-based, health system experience. During the fellowship, the fellow gains exposure to Yale New Haven Health’s overall corporate services as well as Yale New Haven Hospital, Greenwich Hospital, Bridgeport Hospital, Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, Westerly Hospital and Northeast Medical Group. From working with small community hospitals, a mid-sized urban hospital, one of the largest academic medical centers in the country to a geographically expansive medical foundation, the fellow is afforded a uniquely diverse experience.
The program begins in July with various rotations lasting between three and six months. During each rotation, administrative fellows are assigned an executive preceptor to guide them, select projects and provide feedback.
Fellows will be exposed to high-level executive meetings and senior-level decision making processes during each rotation. They will also be given the opportunity to participate in key projects that align with YNHHS strategic priorities. All rotations will provide fellows with experiences that touch on different aspects of healthcare and hospital administration including, but not limited to:
Learn more about the program’s structure from some of our fellows
YNHHS fellows have the opportunity to manage numerous projects throughout their tenure. Project assignments are made at the system and delivery network level, where fellows can get involved in some of the highest-priority initiatives. Preceptors work with fellows to identify project opportunities that align with the fellows’ interests and career objectives.
Examples of former fellowship projects include:
In addition, fellows have the opportunity to participate in operational committees and other activities throughout YNHHS. These activities offer valuable experiences in the development of a healthcare executive. Some examples include:
YNHHS invests significantly in its fellows and is committed to furthering fellows’ leadership development. Reporting to the President of Yale New Haven Health System, fellows are offered high-level coaching and mentorship. Fellows have professional development opportunities through YNHHS’ Institute for Excellence (IFE), which provides unfettered access to management training courses. With only two system fellows selected annually, fellows have substantial access to YNHHS’ most senior executives’ guidance, initiatives and resources.
Learn more about the culture at Yale New Haven Health from former YNHHS fellows
YNHHS seeks fellowship candidates with proven records of academic and professional excellence who demonstrate alignment with our values of patient-centered care, respect, compassion, integrity and accountability.
The YNHHS Administrative Fellowship is intended for post-graduates who have completed their graduate studies within the last 5 years. Prior to starting the fellowship program in July, interested applicants must have a master’s degree from an accredited university in:
The YNHHS fellowship experience requires self-motivation and willingness to step forward and engage with leaders and team members on projects throughout the system. Therefore, relevant healthcare work experience is strongly preferred. A strong record of leadership and teamwork and clear demonstration of excellent verbal and written communication skills are also essential.
The application process and interviews for the fellowship take place each year in the fall, and fellows begin their two-year program each July. Yale New Haven Health is a member of the National Council on Administrative Fellowships (NCAF), follows NCAF’s voluntary Code of Good Practice. YNHHS also participates in and accepts applications through the NCAF Centralized Application System (CAS). Read more about the National Council on Administrative Fellowships.
Required components of the application process consist of two parts:
NOTE: All Yale New Haven Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or meet the criteria to be formally excluded through a verified medical or religious exemption.
For additional information or questions, please email Evan Coleman at [email protected] or call 203-200-3719.
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