Position Summary
Job Type: Officer of Administration Bargaining Unit:
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
End Date if Temporary:07/01/2024- 06/30/2025
Hours Per Week: 35
Salary Range:$70,000 - $70,000
The Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons is invested in creating successful leadership pipelines for graduate students interested in the healthcare field and has been a member of the National Council on Administrative Fellowships (NCAF), a collaboration of leading administrative fellowship sites and graduate health management programs, since 2017. NAFCAS is the inaugural centralized application services for administrative fellowships. In order to create a fair and equitable application experience, we have agreed to comply with the Code of Good Practice application dates set by the National Council on Administrative Fellowships (NCAF).
The application process closes on September 29th, 2023.
The Administrative Fellowship Program is a 12-month program designed for individuals seeking to prepare for a career in healthcare management and to assume leadership positions in the healthcare delivery system. The program is open to students who have successfully completed an accredited Master's Program in Health Administration, Business Administration, or Public Health (with a concentration in Health Care Management) within 12 months prior to the program's start date. Individuals who have completed the didactic portion of their degree and are required to complete a residency or fellowship prior to degree conferral may also apply. The purpose of the fellowship is to provide an introduction to the daily activities of the Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons from the perspective of top management.
The fellowship is structured to provide experiential learning in an academic medical center environment through rotations within the areas of clinical operations, financial management, research administration and human resources for a period of 12 months.
Responsibilities
- To observe and study the role, function, and style of top management individuals.
- To understand the goals and planning process of the organization and how they are determined, and to understand the priorities of the organization and how and why they were selected.
- To analyze the decision-making process at different levels of the organization.
- To understand the dynamics of relationships between various stakeholders.
- To obtain an understanding of the operational effectiveness of the organization.
- To enhance the student's understanding of the health care industry, the organization's strategy, and distinctive competencies.
- To provide an environment to enhance their understanding of, and the controlled application and testing of, skills, theories, and concepts presented during the academic year.
- To strengthen the student's judgment, decisiveness, and related administrative skills in a healthcare environment.
- To provide a basis for developing a code of ethics, philosophy, and a dedication to high ideals and standards of healthcare management.
- To provide an opportunity to evaluate the student in relation to his/her needs for professional development and potential for a career in healthcare management.
Minimum Qualifications
The program is open to students who have successfully completed an accredited Master's Program in Health Administration, Business Administration, or Public Health (with a concentration in Health Care Management) within 12 months prior to the program's start date. Individuals who have completed the didactic portion of their degree and are required to complete a residency or fellowship prior to degree conferral may also apply.
Candidates should be motivated self-starters and must also possess strong analytic, organization and communication skills.
Structure of the Fellowship
I. Orientation:
The Administrative Fellow will begin with a comprehensive orientation to the organization focusing on the mission, vision, and strategic goals for the school. Each fellow will work with the Department Administrator of each department that will act as the preceptor for the duration of the fellowship.
II. Projects:
A major component of the Fellowship will be assigned rotations and projects. Fellows will have the opportunity to work with a number of varying Departments during the program period. Fellows may be given detailed projects designed to give practical experience at various administrative levels. These projects may include assisting in the preparation of the annual budget, the collection of data to analyze problems of high organizational priority, or participation in strategic planning efforts. The structure of rotations and/or projects is dependent on the departments participating in a given year and their need. We highly encourage applicants to discuss this with current fellows and department representatives throughout their application process.
III. Meetings and Evaluation
Regular meetings will be scheduled with the Department Administrator to discuss independent projects concurrent with above rotations. Fellows will be evaluated periodically to ensure consistent feedback and mentorship.
The Fellowship is expected to run for 12 months from July 1st, 2024, through June 30th, 2025. Arrangements for the yearlong schedule will be developed between the Dean's Office within the Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons and the participating Departments.
Examples of Departments that have participated in the past include the Vice Dean of Administration, Medicine, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Pathology, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Faculty Practice Organization (ColumbiaDoctors), and the Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons Human Resources.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the following steps:
Complete the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Administrative Residency application.
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons Administrative Resident application and upload all supporting materials listed below to the NAFCAS portal:
- Upload in the Documents section a one-page Cover Letter expressing Interest in the fellowship Upload in the Documents section a Personal Statement.
- Upload in the Documents section your Current Resume.
- Upload in the Documents section a Writing Sample of your choice: 3pg minimum - 4pg maximum (not including citations), in APA format with Times New Roman font.
- Have your Official Graduate School Transcripts mailed to NAFCAS.
- Upload your Undergraduate Transcripts in the Documents section.
- Request and complete three (3) signed Letters of Recommendation through the NAFCAS portal. One to two letters should be from graduate school professors and at least one from an employer, if possible.
To be considered, all applicants must apply through both sites. All requirements must be completed/received by September 29th, 2023.
Please note that all interview rounds will be conducted via Zoom. At least one fellow will be accepted, actual numbers vary by year.
If you have any questions regarding application requirements, please refer to our frequently asked questions and contact information sections below. You may also contact us by email at vps.admin.fellow-res@cumc.columbia.edu.
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