Ochsner Health System is a national leader in the delivery of healthcare services in the United States and the largest multi-specialty group practice in the Gulf South. In addition to over 700 employed physicians in over 70 medical sub-specialties practicing in 24 sites, Ochsner operates seven hospitals totaling over 1550 licensed beds, a home health agency, a full-service hotel, as well as multiple fitness centers. With over 10,000 employees, Ochsner's biggest strength is its people. Ochsner recently achieved Magnet Nursing Status and was named the Employer of Choice in a national survey of hospitals. Likewise, Ochsner received the 2005 VHA Leadership Award for Performance Management and Leadership Development and was named a Best Place to Work in New Orleans by City Business Magazine. Ochsner is also proud to be a finalist for Fortune Magazine's 100 Best Companies to Work For. Recently, Ochsner was named one of the nation’s Most Wired 100 hospitals in the July 2008 issue of Hospitals and Health Networks magazine.
Program Structure
Ochsner is proud to offer up to five Administrative Fellowship positions per rotation. Over the 12-month period, the Fellows have the opportunity to rotate through and experience all aspects of the hospitals, clinics, corporate office and any of the other entities in which interest is expressed. Administrative Fellows are exposed to a broad range of hands-on experiences that will prepare them for a successful career in healthcare leadership. Senior Vice President, Mike Hulefeld, acts as the preceptor for the Fellows and coordinates involvement of with all levels of administration within the organization. Fellows can select areas of concentration according to their own interests and career objectives. The Fellowship also focuses on aiding the Fellows in finalizing employment at the end of the Fellowship. Often times, this employment is within the Ochsner Health System.
Application Process
The prospective Fellow must have completed the didactic portion of an accredited graduate program in Health Care Administration, Business Administration or related field. Ochsner is proud to offer two separate Fellowship rotations. The July Rotation runs July through June, and the January Rotation runs January through December.
January Rotation
We have made selections for our January rotation beginning January 2010. However, the deadline to apply for the January 2011 rotation will be April 30, 2010. Telephone and on-site interviews will follow in May, with final selection being made by June 2010.
July Rotation
We are currently accepting applications for the July Rotation, to begin in July 2010. The application deadline is October 15, 2009. Telephone and on-site interviews will follow in November, with final selection being made in early December 2009. Prospective Fellows should submit the following materials:
- Application Cover Sheet
- Resume
- Personal Statement
- Three (3) Letters of Reference (combination of academic and professional)
- Official Graduate School Transcript(s)
Please mail all materials addressed to: Michael F. Hulefeld, CEO Administrative Fellowship Program, Ochsner Medical Center, Brent House 5th Floor, 1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121 To request more information, please email . Thank you for your interest in Ochsner.
