Atlantic Health System
Program Overview
The AHS Administrative Fellowship Program is a 1-year (Summer 2026 to Summer 2027), full-time, salaried position that provides recent graduates the opportunity to gain practical healthcare administration experience in a multi-hospital health system in New Jersey.
The Administrative Fellow(s) will engage in high-visibility projects at the system level that involve operations planning, integration, ambulatory care networks, telemedicine, analytics, business development, and performance improvement. During their time at AHS, the fellow(s) will gain insight into areas of health system administration by frequently interacting with senior executives, department managers, and front-line staff.
The Executive Vice President and Chief Health Systems Officer, Scott Leighty, serves as the program's executive sponsor. Carol Vargas, Vice President of Integrated Care, and Colleen McManus, Executive Director of Operations, serve as the program preceptors providing the fellow(s) with support and guidance for learning opportunities, professional development, and project work throughout the fellowship. The fellow(s) will interact frequently with various system leaders, providing additional opportunity for mentorship. Former AHS Administrative Fellows offer ongoing and informal support to the current fellow(s) as well.
Project Work
The AHS Administrative Fellowship is designed to involve the fellow(s) in meaningful project-based work that supports both the ongoing needs and goals of the health system, as well as the interests and development of the fellow(s). Along with project work, the fellow(s) are encouraged to further their learning and professional development by attending additional meetings, interacting with system leaders, shadowing, and partaking in many other activities across the heath system. Over the course of their 1-year tenure, the fellow(s) will gain increasing levels of responsibility resulting in the opportunity to have a lasting, sustaining impact on the health system all while learning about the AHS organization.
Past projects have included:
Project Management – Exposure to projects with varying expected levels of responsibility
Operations – Operation management for one of New Jersey's Mega-Vaccine Centers
Data & Analytics – Financial performance and value-based contracting
Strategic Planning – Health system network and Healthcare Transformation Consortium development
Financial Analysis – P&L analysis, business planning, and budget analysis
Innovation & Digital Health – Telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, EHR project management
Workforce Management – Staffing efficiency and performance improvement
PLEASE APPLY AT: NAFCAS (https://nafcas.liaisoncas.org/)
Required Application Materials
Current Resume/CV
Personal Statement - Reasons for pursuing a career in healthcare and why you want to work at Atlantic Health System (max 500 words)
Essay Question - Outline career objectives and how the AHS Administrative Fellowship Program can help you accomplish your goals (max 500 words)
Official Graduate School Transcript (visit the "Academic History" quadrant to submit colleges attended and to download the Transcript Request Form for your registrar's office. Transcripts should be sent directly from your registrar's office to NAFCAS.)
Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (to be requested in the "Supporting Information" quadrant):
(1) ACADEMIC
(2) PROFESSIONAL
(3) OTHER (either academic or professional)
Fellowship Qualifications
Applicants must have a master’s degree from a CAHME accredited program in a relevant healthcare field (MHSA/MHA/MPH/MPA/MBA) for the fellowship position or be enrolled in their last year of the graduate program on schedule to complete the degree before the fellowship commences. This program also includes candidates who have completed the coursework, and their graduate program requires a third-year fellowship.
Relevant healthcare work experience strongly preferred.
Evidence of strong analytical and communication skills is required.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and constructively as a team.
PLEASE APPLY AT: NAFCAS (https://nafcas.liaisoncas.org/)
At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
Atlantic Mobile Health
Atlantic Rehabilitation
We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.
We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years
Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
NJ Sustainable Business
Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
The AHS Administrative Fellowship Program is a 1-year (Summer 2026 to Summer 2027), full-time, salaried position that provides recent graduates the opportunity to gain practical healthcare administration experience in a multi-hospital health system in New Jersey.
The Administrative Fellow(s) will engage in high-visibility projects at the system level that involve operations planning, integration, ambulatory care networks, telemedicine, analytics, business development, and performance improvement. During their time at AHS, the fellow(s) will gain insight into areas of health system administration by frequently interacting with senior executives, department managers, and front-line staff.
The Executive Vice President and Chief Health Systems Officer, Scott Leighty, serves as the program's executive sponsor. Carol Vargas, Vice President of Integrated Care, and Colleen McManus, Executive Director of Operations, serve as the program preceptors providing the fellow(s) with support and guidance for learning opportunities, professional development, and project work throughout the fellowship. The fellow(s) will interact frequently with various system leaders, providing additional opportunity for mentorship. Former AHS Administrative Fellows offer ongoing and informal support to the current fellow(s) as well.
Project Work
The AHS Administrative Fellowship is designed to involve the fellow(s) in meaningful project-based work that supports both the ongoing needs and goals of the health system, as well as the interests and development of the fellow(s). Along with project work, the fellow(s) are encouraged to further their learning and professional development by attending additional meetings, interacting with system leaders, shadowing, and partaking in many other activities across the heath system. Over the course of their 1-year tenure, the fellow(s) will gain increasing levels of responsibility resulting in the opportunity to have a lasting, sustaining impact on the health system all while learning about the AHS organization.
Past projects have included:
Project Management – Exposure to projects with varying expected levels of responsibility
Operations – Operation management for one of New Jersey's Mega-Vaccine Centers
Data & Analytics – Financial performance and value-based contracting
Strategic Planning – Health system network and Healthcare Transformation Consortium development
Financial Analysis – P&L analysis, business planning, and budget analysis
Innovation & Digital Health – Telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, EHR project management
Workforce Management – Staffing efficiency and performance improvement
PLEASE APPLY AT: NAFCAS (https://nafcas.liaisoncas.org/)
Required Application Materials
Current Resume/CV
Personal Statement - Reasons for pursuing a career in healthcare and why you want to work at Atlantic Health System (max 500 words)
Essay Question - Outline career objectives and how the AHS Administrative Fellowship Program can help you accomplish your goals (max 500 words)
Official Graduate School Transcript (visit the "Academic History" quadrant to submit colleges attended and to download the Transcript Request Form for your registrar's office. Transcripts should be sent directly from your registrar's office to NAFCAS.)
Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (to be requested in the "Supporting Information" quadrant):
(1) ACADEMIC
(2) PROFESSIONAL
(3) OTHER (either academic or professional)
Fellowship Qualifications
Applicants must have a master’s degree from a CAHME accredited program in a relevant healthcare field (MHSA/MHA/MPH/MPA/MBA) for the fellowship position or be enrolled in their last year of the graduate program on schedule to complete the degree before the fellowship commences. This program also includes candidates who have completed the coursework, and their graduate program requires a third-year fellowship.
Relevant healthcare work experience strongly preferred.
Evidence of strong analytical and communication skills is required.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and constructively as a team.
PLEASE APPLY AT: NAFCAS (https://nafcas.liaisoncas.org/)
At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
Atlantic Mobile Health
Atlantic Rehabilitation
We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.
We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years
Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
NJ Sustainable Business
Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.