Administrative Fellowship Program

Application Dates and Timeline

• Application Deadline: Oct. 1, 2021
• Virtual/Phone Interview: Early Oct. 2021
• On-site Interview: Late Oct. / Early Nov. 2021
• Official Acceptance Date: Nov. 11, 2021
• Start Date: Early July 2022

Application Process

Eligibility
Graduate of or has successfully completed all on-campus didactic requirements of a masters-level program accredited by CAHME.

These are the application materials needed to apply via NAFCAS

• Current resume / CV
• Official graduate school transcript
• Three letters of recommendation: 1 academic, 1 professional, 1 other
• Cover letter addressed to Administrative Fellowship Selection Committee
• Personal statement addressing your interest in healthcare administration, specific interest in a fellowship at Baptist Health, and any skills or experience that will help you be successful during the fellowship.

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The fellowship is a 12-month program, and is both rotational and project based.

Throughout the year, the fellow is exposed to the operations of an integrated health system with access to five acute-care hospitals, primary care, specialty practices and multiple community partnership facilities.

This unique learning opportunity allows the fellow to obtain a view of health care operations from both a system and hospital perspective.

• The first half of the fellowship is rotational as the fellow will have shadowing and observation time at each of the hospitals. Additional rotations in the physician network and ambulatory settings are available based on interest.
• The second half of the fellowship will largely be project based, with the project selection based on current organizational needs and fellow’s interest.

The fellow will also have mentorship opportunities with senior leadership across the system throughout the year.

Hospitals

• Baptist Medical Center Downtown
• Baptist Medical Center South
• Baptist Medical Center Beaches
• Baptist Medical Center Nassau
• Wolfson Children’s Hospital
• Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Baptist Medical Center Clay (coming 2022)

Potential Areas of Exposure

• Ambulatory Services
• Ancillary Services
• Business Development
• Emergency Services
• Finance
• Health Information Records
• Hospital Operations
• Nursing Administration
• Patient Experience
• Performance Improvement
• Plants and Facilities
• Primary Care
• Research Department
• Revenue Cycle Management
• Specialty Physician Network

Qualities of an Ideal Candidate
Due the rotational and project based structure that is inherent with the fellowship, the position at Baptist Health requires a highly motivated and proactive individual who is willing to be a strategic thought leader and active participant. Individuals should have a strong work ethic, outstanding relationship building skills and an ability to work with limited instruction.

Current Fellow

Christina Zhykin, 2021
Graduate: Trinity University
Undergraduate: Lyon College

Christina Zhykin completed her didactic portion of Master of Health Administration from Trinity University in 2020 and set to graduate December 2021. Prior to pursuing her MHA degree, she held various administrative and leadership roles in the ambulatory, outpatient healthcare setting. While serving as Operations Manager of a pediatric rehabilitation clinic in Austin, Texas, she was responsible for day to day operations, revenue cycle management, process improvement initiatives, and ensuring patient experience satisfaction. Christina received her Bachelor of Arts in Biology and minor in Psychology from Lyon College in Batesville, Arkansas. She is passionate about moving the needle on healthcare cost reduction while maintaining the highest quality of care and access, and is excited for the opportunity to work with a health system that is patient and community driven.

Varna Kesani, 2021 – 2022
Graduate: George Washington University
Undergraduate: University of South Florida

Varna Kesani is working on her Master of Health Administration degree from George Washington University in Washington, DC and has joined Baptist Health for her third-year fellowship. Varna received her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from the University of South Florida in her hometown of Tampa, Florida. During her time there, she experienced various facets of healthcare through clinical, legislative, policy, administrative and public health work. Her passions lie in increasing access to patient-centered care for the community, and how diversity, equity and inclusion align with today's healthcare delivery. Varna is eager to work with Baptist Health to make an impact on Jacksonville's community and their healthcare.

Alumni

Mariah Smith, MSHA, 2020-2021
Graduate: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Undergraduate: University of Alabama

Jean Marte, MHA, 2020-2021
Graduate: Cornell University
Undergraduate: Florida International University

Is there any relocation assistance to Jacksonville, Florida?
There is the possibility of relocation assistance depending on distance.

Do you need to be a graduate to apply to the Fellowship?
Applicants must have completed the didactic portion of a CAHME accredited masters-level program by the start date of the fellowship.

Is the fellowship a paid position?
The fellow is paid a competitive salary and is considered a full-time employee with benefits available.

Are international students eligible to apply?
Baptist Health does not sponsor international visa applications at this time.

What is the timeline process for an offer date?
Offers for the 2022 fellowship will be extended in late Fall 2021. See Application Process for additional details.

What is the structure of the fellowship?
The fellowship is 12 months, and is both rotational and project based. See Fellowship Structure section above for additional details.

How many administrative fellows do you accept each year?
Baptist Health can take up to two fellows per year depending on the organization’s needs.