Job Description

Job Description​

BJC Health's Administrative Fellowship - Planning & PMO Track (based in Kansas City) offers an exciting opportunity for emerging leaders who want to shape the future of health care. This unique program, directly overseen by the Planning and Project Management executive for BJC, offers experiences in both strategy and operations at a Regional and Enterprise level within the health system. Applications are due by September 30, 2026 at 11:59pm.

This 12-month fellowship provides opportunities to:

• Support and facilitate the strategic planning process for various hospital-based, ambulatory, and clinical service line initiatives
• Lead the implementation of high-priority operational projects that drive achievement of Enterprise Priorities
• Gain broad exposure across a complex health system, including observing clinical operations, system-level strategy development, and shared services functions such as Finance, HR, IT, etc.
• Collaborate with leaders and teams across the health system - including Peer Fellows in BJC's East (St. Louis) Region
• Receive personalized mentorship and professional development in preparation for future roles in health care administration

By the end of the year, fellows will have built a strong foundation in strategic thinking, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration - supporting them in the next phase of their health care career.

Job responsibilities include:

• Develops knowledge, skills, and practical experience related to Strategic Planning and Project Management in the health care industry
• Manages development, execution, and completion of high-priority projects within the PMO
• Collaborates on projects with cross-functional leaders and teams
• Develops management and leadership skills by interacting with executive leaders
• Participates in various observation and shadowing opportunities to learn within a complex health system
• Demonstrates ability to synthesize information (qualitative and quantitative) and produce meaningful insights and recommendations
• Contributes directly to written deliverables (business cases, slide decks, meeting facilitation materials, etc.)

Ideal candidates:

• Are recent graduates or early-career professionals (as of start date) with a Master's degree in Health Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field.
• Strong communicators who are analytical, adaptable, and passionate about improving health care delivery.
• Curious learners who are excited to engage with leaders, ask questions, and take initiative on high-priority projects.

The following application elements are required (documents to be uploaded here) *Please be advised, these documents should be uploaded before submitting your application as you will not be able to go back to upload additional documents once submitted*:

• Completed application form
• Cover Letter [Addressed to Saint Luke’s Administrative Fellowship Committee; acknowledging fellowship goals, career objectives, and how you would contribute to the advancement of the organization]
• Current Resume
• Personal Statement (1-2 pages) that addresses (1) your interest in the Administrative Fellowship at Saint Luke’s, (2) your decision to pursue a career in health care administration, and (3) what you hope to contribute and gain from the fellowship experience
• Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (academic or professional)
• Official Graduate School Transcripts

For questions or additional information, reach out to chylla.waggoner@bjc.org or sam.skrlijac@bjc.org.

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

Less than 1 year

Master's Degree - Health Administration

Job Details

Full Time

Day (United States of America)