uuhc fellowship information sheet 2011-2012

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Page 1 of 2 University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics Administrative Fellowship 20112012 Organization University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics is an academic medical center and a part of University Health Care at the University of Utah. The primary entities constituting University of Utah Hospitals & Clinics are University Hospital, Huntsman Cancer Hospital, University Neuropsychiatric Institute, Moran Eye Center, University Orthopedic Center, and ten community clinic sites. As a tertiary care referral center for the Intermountain West, University Hospital is known for programs in orthopedics, stroke, ophthalmology, cancer, newborn intensive care, radiology, fertility, cardiology, geneticrelated diseases, burn, and organ transplant. The hospital is also a nationally verified Level I trauma center. University of Utah Hospital provides highquality care to over five million people in Utah and surrounding states. Many hospital programs and services receive recognition from the national and international medical communities. University Hospital is a 433bed facility that ranks among the finest academic medical centers in the United States. Fellowship Opportunity University of Utah Hospitals & Clinics is offering a oneyear Administrative Fellowship that will begin in June/July 2011. The goal of the fellowship is to cultivate leaders in the field of academic healthcare by fostering close working relationships between the fellow and senior leadership while exposing the fellow to a diverse array of operational activities. The Administrative Fellow will participate in the choice of fellowship projects, rotations, and focus of their work. Areas of opportunity for project work include, but are not limited to: operations, marketing/public affairs, customer service, physician relations, strategic planning, new business development, quality improvement, compliance, financial analysis, contract negotiations, organizational development, ebusiness strategies, and employee relations. The preceptor for the administrative fellowship program is David Entwistle, Chief Executive Officer of University of Utah Hospitals & Clinics. The preceptor serves in an advisory role that pertains to: Preparation of strategic plans and initiatives Gaining exposure to the daytoday operations of an academic, tertiary care medical center Providing experience in planning and system development Developing and enhancing leadership skills Ensuring a positive and rewarding experience About the Preceptor for U of U Hospitals & Clinics David Entwistle has been Chief Executive Officer at University of Utah Hospitals & Clinics since February 2007. Previously, Entwistle worked at University of Wisconsin Hospitals & Clinics, and served as Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics until January 2007. Prior to that time he was Vice President of Professional Services and Joint Operations at City of Hope National Medical Center in Duarte, California. While in that position, he concurrently served as President and CEO of Oncology Management Services, Inc., an oncology management service organization of City of Hope. Entwistle earned a Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences from Brigham Young University and a Master's in Health Services Administration from Arizona State University. He completed a postgraduate administrative fellowship at University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.

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Page 1: UUHC Fellowship Information Sheet 2011-2012

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 University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics 

                 Administrative Fellowship 2011‐2012              Organization University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics  is an academic medical center and a part of University Health Care at  the University of Utah. The primary entities constituting University of Utah Hospitals & Clinics are University Hospital, Huntsman  Cancer Hospital, University Neuropsychiatric  Institute, Moran  Eye Center, University Orthopedic Center, and ten community clinic sites.  As a tertiary care referral center for the Intermountain West, University Hospital is known for programs in orthopedics, stroke, ophthalmology, cancer, newborn intensive care, radiology, fertility, cardiology, genetic‐related diseases, burn, and organ transplant. The hospital is also a nationally verified Level I trauma center.  University of Utah Hospital provides high‐quality care to over five million people in Utah and surrounding states. Many hospital programs and services receive recognition from the national and international medical communities. University Hospital is a 433‐bed facility that ranks among the finest academic medical centers in the United States.   

Fellowship Opportunity University of Utah Hospitals & Clinics is offering a one‐year Administrative Fellowship that will begin in June/July 2011.  The goal of the fellowship is to cultivate leaders in the field of academic healthcare by fostering  close  working  relationships  between  the  fellow  and  senior  leadership  while  exposing  the fellow to a diverse array of operational activities. The Administrative Fellow will participate in the choice of fellowship projects, rotations, and focus of their work.  Areas of opportunity for project work include, but  are  not  limited  to:  operations,  marketing/public  affairs,  customer  service,  physician  relations, strategic  planning,  new  business  development,  quality  improvement,  compliance,  financial  analysis, contract negotiations, organizational development, e‐business strategies, and employee relations.   

The preceptor for the administrative fellowship program is David Entwistle, Chief Executive Officer of University of Utah Hospitals & Clinics. The preceptor serves in an advisory role that pertains to: 

• Preparation of strategic plans and initiatives   • Gaining exposure to the day‐to‐day operations of an academic, tertiary care medical 

center • Providing experience in planning and system development • Developing and enhancing leadership skills • Ensuring a positive and rewarding experience 

 

About the Preceptor for U of U Hospitals & Clinics David Entwistle has been Chief Executive Officer at University of Utah Hospitals & Clinics since February 2007.  Previously, Entwistle worked at University of Wisconsin Hospitals & Clinics, and served as Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics until January 2007.  Prior to that time he was Vice President of Professional Services and Joint Operations at City of Hope National Medical Center in Duarte, California. While in that position, he concurrently served as President and CEO of Oncology Management Services, Inc., an oncology management service organization of City of Hope.  Entwistle earned a Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences from Brigham Young University and a Master's in Health Services Administration from Arizona State University. He completed a postgraduate administrative fellowship at University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.  

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Selection Process Candidates should be currently enrolled in or have recently completed an MHA/MBA/MHSA/MPA/MPH at an accredited graduate program and should exhibit the following qualities: 

♦ Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines ♦ Excellent written and verbal communication skills ♦ Self‐motivated and teamwork‐oriented ♦ Interest in the management and operation of an academic medical center 

 

The deadline for the fellowship application is October 1st, 2010.  The following items are required to be considered for the fellowship: 

♦ Resume and cover letter ♦ Personal  statement of  interest  in pursuing an Administrative Fellowship at University of Utah 

Hospitals & Clinics (1 page) ♦ Three letters of recommendation (at least one from a current or past employer) ♦ Official graduate school transcript from an accredited program 

 

All materials should be postmarked no later than October 1st, 2010 and addressed to:  

    The University of Utah Hospital Administration  Attn: Janelle Robinson 

    50 North Medical Drive, W1200     Salt Lake City, UT  84132  

For additional information, please contact Janelle Robinson, Senior Management Analyst, at [email protected].   

A Look at Salt Lake City The gateway to the Intermountain West, Salt Lake City offers a wide array of activities, scenic surroundings, outstanding health care and a growing economy. Salt Lake City is situated in a valley surrounded by mountains, offering a variety of recreational activities during all seasons.  Salt Lake City was also the proud host of the 2002 Winter Olympics.  Use the following links as resources to find out more about Salt Lake City:    

www.visitsaltlake.com    www.ci.slc.ut.us     www.ski‐saltlake.com     www.utah.edu  Frequently Asked Questions How many applications are received in a typical year? This is the forth year University of Utah Hospitals & Clinics will be sponsoring a fellowship. UUHC receives an average of 40‐50 applications each year.    What can candidates expect during the interviewing process? Following review of the submitted application material, selected candidates will first have a screening phone interview in mid‐October.  Following phone interviews, a handful of candidates will be invited to Salt Lake City for a second round of interviews onsite with the senior leadership team, providing the opportunity to understand the fellow’s role in the organization and be exposed to the culture of the organization. An offer letter will be sent out late November/early December.  

What are the fellow’s salary and benefits?  The fellow is paid an annual stipend extremely competitive with other fellowship programs. In addition, the fellow receives benefits, vacation, and access to University facilities available to employees.   

Will the fellow have exposure to all levels of UUHC? The fellow will have the opportunity to work in all areas of University of Utah Hospitals & Clinics, with additional exposure to other areas of University Health Care.  

Do we accept international applicants?  Yes, however, we do not sponsor visas.