Administrative Fellowship Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions include:
What type of exposure to the Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) senior leadership team do fellows get?
Fellows are able to interact and work with senior administrative and clinical leaders throughout the organization. They will have the opportunity to work on projects as well as join and contribute to meetings regarding a variety of organizational topics.
How many fellows does LVHN accept?
LVHN accepts two fellows annually. There is one position available with the Lehigh Valley Physician Group and one position available with the David Joseph Administrative Fellowship.
Are fellows guaranteed a job after completion of the fellowship?
Many fellows will choose to stay within the network when considering their post-fellowship roles. Potential post-fellowship roles will depend on the fellow’s interests and organizational need.
Is this a medical fellowship?
No, this is not a medical fellowship. Candidates applying to this program will receive training and education regarding the administrative areas of healthcare.
Does LVHN sponsor visas for its administrative fellows?
LVHN does not sponsor any international or student visas. All candidates must be able to maintain legal U.S. residency throughout the fellowship year.
Who is eligible to apply for the program?
Qualified applicants will have an MHA, MPH, MBA or equivalent from an accredited graduate program. Applicants who have completed the didactic curriculum of their program and are required to complete a fellowship for conferral of their master’s degree are eligible to apply. The applicant should be a motivated self-starter interested in furthering his or her career in healthcare administration through a hands-on learning experience. Please note, this program is not geared toward those who are in an executive format of their degree program.
How well-known is the administrative fellowship program throughout the organization?
The fellowship program has been in place since 2004, which has allowed the program to become well established. Senior leadership and many colleagues know about the program and encourage the fellow to join meetings and projects. Many of our current administrative leaders are past fellows who welcome the opportunity to work with the next generation of healthcare leaders.
Where is the fellowship located?
The program is based in Allentown, Pa., and is a full-time on-site position. If hired, the incoming fellow should be prepared to relocate to the Allentown area and travel to various sites throughout the LVHN network should the opportunity arise.
Do administrative fellows play a role in structuring their program?
Fellows have the opportunity to tailor their fellowship experience to their interests and needs by collaborating with their program director and rotation leads. There is also time built into the schedule to serve as elective rotations in which the fellow can choose where they dedicate their time.