We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! 

Position Overview:

The Administrative Fellowship Program (July 2026-July 2027 cohort) at Sutter Health provides an outstanding opportunity for Master's prepared individuals to learn from excellent preceptors and to work in one or more areas of administrative specialization: acute care hospitals, medical groups/foundations and ambulatory care environments in an integrated, not-for-profit health care system. Administrative Fellows gain experience and develop an in-depth understanding of operations and strategic initiatives through project work and direct participation in management activities. Sutter Health Fellows gain a broad base of experience and understanding of the challenges facing medical education, building and supporting the health care workforce of the future while developing valuable skills that will help prepare them to move into a wide array of healthcare leadership roles. The Sutter Administrative Fellowship is a one-year program with the potential for a second “flex” year working in an area of interest and / or organizational need.

Additional Requirements:

Participating Fellowship Cities (Northern California):
•    San Francisco 
•    Santa Rosa
•    Oakland/Emeryville
•    Palo Alto/Mountain View/Los Altos/Burlingame
•    Modesto/Tracy 
•    Sacramento/Roseville/Davis/Amador

Fellowship Areas of Work:
•    Ambulatory Centers
•    Acute Hospitals 
•    System Offices 

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 
For online applications, please upload the following (in the Resume/Cover Letter Field):
1.    Resume (including Work, Volunteer/Community Benefit activities) 
2.    One-page statement of fellowship and career objectives 

Next Steps – If contacted by Recruiter, please prepare to send:
3.    Two letters of recommendation (one professional, one academic – may be submitted during initial application if already available) 

Later Stages of the Interview Process - please prepare to send:

4.    Unofficial Graduate transcripts or completed Graduate transcripts to your Recruiter 

For additional program details, please visit our Administrative Healthcare Fellowship Program page.

EDUCATION:

All master’s level academic backgrounds with a healthcare management-focus, typically MHA, MBA, or MPH.  To be eligible, must be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited program AND must confer graduation between July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. 

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of current issues affecting the healthcare industry, awareness of applicable legal and accreditation requirements, standards and guidelines is desired. Demonstrated leadership, communication (written, verbal and presentation), problem identification and analytical skills required to formulate and recommend creative solutions to diverse and complex problems. Must be able to work independently without significant direct supervision, guidance, or direction as well as function effectively as a team member and leader. Knowledge of data analytics, metrics, dashboards and reading / understanding financial statements. Organization and prioritization skills required, including project management experience. Ability to manage multiple assignments of considerable complexity, depth, and variety, using independent judgment and exercise of initiative. Requires the ability to provide direction and guidance to the activities of others; to achieve results through delegation, influence, and utilization of available resources. 

Pay Range: $48.03 - $53.78

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Limited Term (Fixed Term)

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $0.00 to $0.00 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.