Administrative Fellowship

Delve into health care administration with hands-on projects and operations experience

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WellSpan is a member of the National Council on Administrative Fellowships (NCAF) and adheres to all associated application processes and deadlines.

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Healthcare is continually changing. As a health system we want to anticipate trends before they happen. If you are innovative, motivated, and enjoy working with complex topics, we want to help you prepare for a successful career in healthcare administration and leadership.

Program structure

Our fellowship is a two-year, project-based experience with orientation and four rotations. Additionally, each fellow will work on a systems goal for the duration of their fellowship. Each of the four rotations will include time to learn from your preceptor as well as engagement on projects such as Emergency Department throughput, Patient Access, facilities, data utilization etc. You will have input into selecting your corporate rotation, including innovations, strategic planning, health care operations, marketing and more.

Systems Transformation Initiative - Preceptor - Project Sponsor

Orientation: Culture and Education - 1 month

Rotation 1: Hospital - 6 months
Rotation 2: Medical Group - 6 months
Rotation 3: Corporate - 6 months
Rotation 4: Performance Improvement - 5 months

Preceptor - Director of Organizational Development and Change Management

Preceptor - Hospital President
Preceptor - Service line VP of Operations
Preceptor - VP of Corporate Department
Preceptor - VP of Performance Management

Mentorship

As fellows, you will be in a position of high visibility both with our leaders and across the system. You will be exposed to the challenges and opportunities of a healthcare system, including service lines and corporate operations. Fellows are offered sessions with a certified professional coach for the duration of the program.

1st year fellows (2025-2027)

Rachel Vcherashansky

I was born and raised in Long Island, NY. I am a first-generation American. I completed my BS in Health and Human Services with a concentration in Healthcare Administration. My passion for serving others grew from seeing the barriers my grandparents have faced in healthcare not only as immigrants, but as part of the geriatric population.

As a senior in college, I began working in senior living as a receptionist which gave me an insight into the complexities of our healthcare system, especially from the lens of the elderly population. From personal experiences and working in the geriatric population, I realized how barriers continue to exist. It pushed me to pursue a master’s degree at New York University in health administration part-time, while working full time in senior living as a move-in coordinator.

In my free time, I love trying new restaurants, all the farmer’s markets, and spending quality time with my family and friends. I I am excited to begin my journey as a fellow at WellSpan Health!

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/rachel-vcherashansky

Banshri Patel

I always wanted to be part of the healthcare industry, and with my family background in business I wanted to connect the two in some way. I am from Savannah, Georgia and moved to Atlanta for my undergraduate degree at Georgia State University in Computer Information Systems concentrating in Cybersecurity.

In my senior year I worked as an optometric assistant and knew that I had found my niche. I wanted to confirm this decision so; after obtaining my BBA, I completed a summer internship at Savannah Neurological and Spine Institute. At Barry University, in Miami, I double majored in Health Services Administration and Public Health. During the program I was fortunate to gain exposure to both inpatient and outpatient settings through my roles as Unit Secretary, Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Specialist, and Supervisor of Nursing Operations. Each role gave me more exposure and affirmed that I wanted to be in healthcare.

In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, going on hikes, trying new recipes, and exploring new cities and areas.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bpatel98/

2nd year fellow (2024-2026)

Jennifer Reynaud

At the age of nine, I migrated from Honduras to Queens, NY. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from CUNY City College during that time I worked at New York-Presbyterian Weill Cornell as a Clinical Laboratory Assistant.

My motivation to pursue an MHA and delve deeper into healthcare leadership stemmed from the disparities I experienced growing up in a developing country, as well as those I witnessed in my surrounding communities. Thus, pushing me to pursue my Master of Health Administration from NYU Wagner during which time I worked at Mount Sinai Health System as a Research Associate and later as a Project Coordinator.

In my spare time, I enjoy dancing, watching TV, and spending time with family.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifersreynaud/

Other contacts

Katherine Bulava

Director of Organizational Development and Change Management

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherinebulava/

Erica Kahl

Administrative Fellow Coordinator

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-kahl

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Unfortunately, no, WellSpan does not sponsor visas.

Preceptors are determined by fellow interest and some of our prior leaders who have served as a preceptor include:

VP & President Ephrata Community Hospital
VP & President WellSpan Surgery and Rehab Hospital
VP of Primary Care Service Line
VP of Behavioral Health Network
VP of Marketing and Communications
VP of Quality and Patient Safety

Our fellows have opportunities to drive strategic projects for our system. Some examples of projects our fellows have been engaged with include:

Lead HEDIS Childhood Immunization Status
Reduce potentially Avoidable ED visits
Organize Black Men in White Coats Summit
Conduct stay interviews
Evaluate new markets for expansion
Develop service line acquisition/consolidation plans

We believe strongly in prioritizing work-life balance. It’s essential to promote well-being and a core reason our organization is a desirable place to work.

Additionally, our system is in a centrally located area close to major metropolitan centers, outdoor living and recreational activities. Whether you’re from central Pennsylvania or new to the area, it's a great place to live and work.

Our two-year fellowship program offers Fellows the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of our organization, work on in-depth projects, and build relationships with our leadership team.

Administrative fellowship alumni

Hillary Grove, MHA

"The WellSpan Health Administrative Fellowship has shaped me into the leader I am today. It has afforded me possibilities to learn, act, and lead in various disciplines within healthcare. From the beginning of my fellowship, I had opportunities to mold my experience to gain as much exposure and enlightenment to be well-rounded within the healthcare system. I have benefitted from the roles that I have explored within my fellowship and also from the leaders that I was mentored by and with whom I worked closely. It was a unique experience to be invested in strongly by the senior leadership team and their influence has made me more confident and knowledgeable in my career at WellSpan Health."

- University of Scranton, Director of Operations - Diagnostic Services

Erica Kahl, MHA

"My Administrative Fellowship was a transformative experience. WellSpan’s inviting and collaborative culture serves as the perfect foundation for fellows to immerse themselves in health system strategy and operations and take on leading roles in high-impact projects. In two short years, I was able to participate in dozens of projects and initiatives, attend leadership meetings and community events, and establish deep connections across the organization. The guidance I received from my preceptors and other leaders was pivotal in helping me to hone my skills and refine my post-fellowship career goals. The challenge and broad exposure of my fellowship undoubtedly shaped me into the professional I am today and set me up for success on my career trajectory."

- Penn State University, Director of Growth and Business Development

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