Dr. Frank Groner Administrative Fellowship Program

An immersive, one-year training opportunity where fellows learn and work with executive-level leadership at Baptist Memorial Health Care. The fellowship is designed to develop the next generation of health care administrative leaders.

Program Duration: June through May of the following year

Program Location: Faith-based integrated comprehensive regional health care system across a three-state region (Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee) including:

• 24 hospitals
• Baptist Medical Group (900+ providers)
• 200+ clinics
• Outpatient services
• Medical clinics
• Telehealth services

Program Structure

The administrative fellowship is configured into three phases:

Phase 1: Corporate Office Orientation

• Learn about overall system management
• Focus on system support services including:
  • Strategic planning
  • Operational management
  • Managed care
  • Finance
  • Human resources
  • Quality
  • Legal
  • Marketing
  • Government relations
  • Clinical service lines (cardiology, neurology, oncology, pediatrics, and others)

Phase 2: Operating Entities Experience

• Time spent in all 24 hospitals
• Baptist Medical Group clinics with 900+ providers
• Baptist outpatient surgery and imaging centers
• Home care and hospice
• Emergency services
• Telemedicine operations

Phase 3: Leadership Application

• Apply knowledge and develop management skills
• Support and lead innovation teams
• Active participation in health system projects

Mentorship

Direct Preceptorship: Fellows work directly with two executive preceptors throughout the 12-month fellowship:

• Jason Little - Chief Executive Officer
• Zach Chandler - Chief Strategy Officer

Additional mentorship from:

• Senior Leadership Team members
• Hospital CEOs
• Medical group CEOs
• Corporate system service leaders

Upon Completion

Graduates will have gained:

• Broad and in-depth understanding of technical aspects of operating a comprehensive health care system
• Leadership skills needed to transition into administrative health system leadership roles
• Preparation for remarkable careers in health care administration

Location: Memphis, Tennessee

City Information: Memphis offers big city living with small town feel, featuring:

• Unique culture and history
• Nightlife and arts
• Natural attractions
• Low cost of living
• Professional sports teams
• Birthplace of Rock and Roll

Program Background

A legacy of leadership: Current fellows build on the legacies of previous Dr. Frank Groner fellows who have gone on to enjoy remarkable careers at prestigious health care systems throughout the U.S. and worldwide.

How to Apply

Application Process: Contact Baptist Memorial Health Care for specific application details and requirements.

Program Overview Resources:

• Learn about program concentrations and opportunities
• Review current and past fellows' experiences
• Connect with program leadership

Additional Information Available:

• Preceptor biographies
• Current and past fellow profiles
• Memphis community information