Careers

Administrative Fellowship Program

Developing future executive leaders

Learn by doing.

The ECU Health Administrative Fellowship Program is an immersive, 12-month leadership development experience designed to attract, develop and retain future executives who are prepared to meet the health care challenges in eastern North Carolina.

ECU Health is one of the nation’s most dynamic health care systems, serving over 1.4 million people in 29 counties across a large and complex geographic area. For diverse health care leadership experience and training in a field that never stops changing, this is the place to be.

Our Administrative Fellowship Program gives post-graduate health care leaders the opportunity to lead and participate in strategic and operational initiatives across the organization while gaining exposure to key functions and processes of the health care delivery system. After completing our Administrative Fellowship Program, you will have unique and valuable experience working in a robust health care enterprise and the confidence and skills needed to excel as an emerging health care leader.

ECU Health administrative fellowship program

Application requirements
Current and past fellows
Program testimonials
Compensation and benefits
Frequently asked questions

Be part of a progressive health care system

The unique delivery challenges of eastern North Carolina require leaders who are prepared to serve our communities and actively support the transformation of health care in our region. We’re ready to invest in you and your future as a health care leader. As an Administrative Fellow at ECU Health, you will build relationships and develop leadership competency that will establish the foundation for an exceptional career. 
Be part of a mission-driven team
Work side by side with administrative and clinical leaders
Participate in personal leadership development sessions
Be supported by a diverse network of team members and leaders
Experience projects in Operations, Finance, HR, Quality, Population Health and more
Engage in executive level meetings and committees within the organization
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it's the key to our success.

Application requirements

Qualified applicants must be enrolled in or have graduated from a Master’s level program in health care administration, public health, business administration or other as deemed appropriate. This position is designed to serve as an extension of an academic experience to meet requirements for degree completion or for additional exposure to health care management.
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Process and timeline

Applicants are required to submit the following in one PDF document to AdminFellows@ecuhealth.org:
  • Application Cover Sheet
  • Current Resume/CV
  • Personal Statement (two pages maximum) including the following:
    • How your interest in health care management developed. 
    • Goals you would like to accomplish during the fellowship.
    • How the experience at ECU Health will advance your career.
  • Official graduate school transcript
  • Two (2) signed letters of recommendation, (1) academic and (1) professional

Applications must be received by September 19, 2025. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Interested applicants must send the required documents above to AdminFellows@ecuhealth.org.

Questions or concerns should be directed to AdminFellows@ecuhealth.org.
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Important dates

Getting hired is more than hitting the “Apply” button. You’ll be know the path of joining our family and become a part of our family at the moment you hit on the apply button.
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Early June

Application period opens
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Sep. 19

Completed application due
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Sep. 29

First round of interviews (phone)
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Oct. 6

Second round of interviews (video)
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Oct. 17

Final interviews with executive leadership
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Late October

Selection and notification
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Current fellows

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EmilyElks

Emily Elks, MPH (She/Her/Hers)

2025-2026 Administrative Fellow
Emily Elks, a Greenville, North Carolina, native, earned both her undergraduate and graduate degrees from East Carolina University. She holds a Bachelor of Science in public health with a focus on community health and a Master of Public Health with a concentration in health policy, administration and leadership.

Her interest in health care began in high school through the Pitt County Health Sciences Academy, where she gained early exposure to the field. A formative experience shadowing a cardiac intensive care unit nurse at ECU Health deepened her passion for health care. During graduate school, she supported the ECU School of Dental Medicine in preparing for the integration of NCCARE360 system across its Community Service Learning Centers.

Emily looks forward to applying her skills, expanding her knowledge and learning from experienced leaders during her Administrative Fellowship.

Outside of work, she enjoys art, reading, interior design and traveling. She has started collecting antique books from her travels and hopes to return to equestrian sports this year. She shares her home with Darcy, her 10-year-old golden retriever mix. Her favorite foods include seafood and Jersey Mike’s and her happy place is Atlantic Beach.
ManayaPerry

Manaya Perry, MBA (She/Her/Hers)

2025-2026 Administrative Fellow
Manaya Perry, originally from Henderson, North Carolina, earned her undergraduate degree from East Carolina University and completed her graduate studies at Western Governors University. Her path into health care was shaped by a deeply personal experience — the loss of her father due to medical negligence. This tragedy initially inspired her to pursue a career as a physician, but as she navigated the health care system, she encountered systemic challenges that shifted her focus. These experiences ignited a passion for addressing health care disparities and advocating for meaningful improvements that benefit all individuals affected by such issues.

During her MBA program, Manaya participated in several virtual projects, gaining valuable experience in remote collaboration and problem-solving. Her contributions to various initiatives within the Emergency Department at ECU Health Medical Center further strengthened her understanding of health care operations.

During her Administrative Fellowship at ECU Health, Manaya plans to apply her academic knowledge to real-world projects and continue bridging the gap between theory and practice.

Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, deepening her faith, giving back to the community, trying new recipes and binge-watching Netflix in her spare time.
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Program alumni

Examples of roles held by former fellows include Administrator, Program/Project Manager, Manager, Consultant, Senior Manager and Director.
Brynn Schiller

Graduate School
University of South Florida

Year Fellowship Completed
2025

Current Position at ECUH
Workforce Development Project Manager

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Madison Stevens

Graduate School
University of South Dakota

Year Fellowship Completed
2025

Current Position at ECUH
Finance Consultant

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Rob Zerniak

Graduate School
UNC Chapel Hill

Year Fellowship Completed
2025

Current Position at ECUH
Program Manager, CVP Rehab

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Gabriella Boccia

Graduate School
University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Year Fellowship Completed
2024

Current Position at ECUH
Manager, Hospitalists

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Kyanh Huynh

Graduate School
University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Year Fellowship Completed
2024

Current Position at ECUH
Strategic Program Coordinator, Nursing

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Sawyer Brown

Graduate School
Virginia Commonwealth University

Year Fellowship Completed
2023

Current Position at ECUH
Director, Financial Operations, ECU Health North Hospital

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Koai Martin

Graduate School
University of Memphis

Year Fellowship Completed
2022

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Mathew Johanson

Graduate School
University of Utah

Year Fellowship Completed
2022

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Brandon Bishop

Graduate School
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Year Fellowship Completed
2021

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Monica Menon

Graduate School
University of Pittsburgh

Year Fellowship Completed
2021

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Rachel Roeth

Graduate School
Ohio State University

Year Fellowship Completed
2021

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Dolapo Busuyi

Graduate School
East Carolina University

Year Fellowship Completed
2020

Current Position at ECUH
Internal Communications Specialist

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Adam Willard

Graduate School
Ohio State University

Year Fellowship Completed
2019

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Jana Wong

Graduate School
SUNY Brockport

Year Fellowship Completed
2019

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Melissa Strock

Graduate School
Penn State University

Year Fellowship Completed
2017

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Jordan Berry

Graduate School
University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Year Fellowship Completed
2016

Current Position at ECUH
Senior Project Manager, Transformation Execution Office

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Kendal Thomas

Graduate School
Louisiana State University

Year Fellowship Completed
2016

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Lauren Houlik

Graduate School
University of Rochester

Year Fellowship Completed
2015

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Marlon Julius

Graduate School
University of Memphis

Year Fellowship Completed
2014

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Eric Johnson

Graduate School
Campbell University

Year Fellowship Completed
2013

Current Position at ECUH
Executive Director, Medical Group Operations

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Neil Patel

Graduate School
The George Washington University

Year Fellowship Completed
2013

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Lyndsey Hogue

Graduate School
Texas A&M University

Year Fellowship Completed
2013

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Bridgett Luckey

Graduate School
Winston-Salem State University

Year Fellowship Completed
2012

Current Position at ECUH
Director, Community Hospital Grants & Outreach

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Cameron Cremeens

Graduate School
East Carolina University

Year Fellowship Completed
2012

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Wilson Gabbard

Graduate School
Morehead State University

Year Fellowship Completed
2012

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Timothy J. Taylor Sr.

Graduate School
Winston-Salem State University

Year Fellowship Completed
2012

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David Newcomer

Graduate School
Armstrong State University

Year Fellowship Completed
2011

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Glenn Baldwin

Graduate School
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Year Fellowship Completed
2011

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Bradford Cayer

Graduate School
Vanderbilt University

Year Fellowship Completed
2011

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Suzanne Kirkeby

Graduate School
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Year Fellowship Completed
2010

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Meredith Strand

Graduate School
Virginia Commonwealth University

Year Fellowship Completed
2010

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Dustin Allis

Graduate School
East Carolina University

Year Fellowship Completed
2009

Current Position at ECUH
Vice President, Service Lines

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Sarah Frye

Graduate School
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Year Fellowship Completed
2009

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Ryan Raisig

Graduate School
Virginia Commonwealth University

Year Fellowship Completed
2008

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Morgan Dezarn

Graduate School
Xavier University

Year Fellowship Completed
2007

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Samuel Lentz

Graduate School
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Year Fellowship Completed
2005

Current Position at ECUH
Senior Planner

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Jay Briley

Graduate School
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Year Fellowship Completed
2004

Current Position at ECUH
President, ECU Health Medical Center

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Patrick Heins

Graduate School
East Carolina University

Year Fellowship Completed
2003

Current Position at ECUH
President, ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital

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Carmen W.

Graduate School
Indiana University

Year Fellowship Completed
2001

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Andrew Holt

Graduate School
Meharry Medical College

Year Fellowship Completed
2000

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A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.

Program testimonials

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“The Administrative Fellowship at ECU Health was a great learning experience for me as an early careerist. Coming in fresh from my MHA program I found the rotations to be really valuable. The rotations provided me with the chance to not only see what I learned in the classroom in action but also to get to know some of the ins and outs of the organization. Coming into the fellowship program I was unsure exactly where I wanted to land in the health care space. However, the program forces you out of your comfort zone into spaces you may have never thought of. I believe that because of this and the program’s emphasis on networking, I was able to find my niche within the organization.”
Yossi Lubaton
Koai Martin
Manager
“The ECU Health Administrative Fellowship program was a fantastic learning experience for me. Through this program I was able to gain the confidence, skills, and knowledge to be of value in a complex academic health system. The balance of support and autonomy helped push me out of my comfort zone while supplying me with the resources to succeed. The relationships I developed through this program have shaped the professional I am today and who I hope to become. I feel very fortunate to have started my career here at ECU Health.”
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Mathew Johanson
Manager
“The Administrative Fellowship program was an incredible opportunity that provided a hands-on experience across our large, complex delivery system. The exposure to senior leadership was incomparable and the chance to work in various areas afforded me the opportunity to explore different career pathways. The two years I spent as a fellow gave me a strong foundation and helped jump start my career in health care strategy.”
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Rachel Roeth
Manager
“The Administrative Fellowship Program was an incredible experience. I had access to all the people, places and programs that a large academic health system offers and I was able to learn from incredible leaders from across the organization. The fellowship was a perfect segue from the classroom to an applied professional setting.”
Yossi Lubaton
Jordan Berry
Manager
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Compensation and benefits

ECU Health Medical Center fellows will receive a compensation package that is competitive with other fellowship programs. Fellows will receive the same benefits as other ECU Health Medical Center team members, including:
  • Insurance benefits (medical, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts)
  • Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance
  • Option to contribute to our 401k retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off
  • Funding to attend one national conference of your choice

To access more information about the benefits, click on the link to access the Total Rewards website.
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On average, one to two individuals are chosen for the fellowship program.
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The fellowship program has been redesigned as a project-based program. Fellows will engage in focused projects aimed at advancing the mission of ECU Health, tackling strategic and operational challenges and acquiring hands-on experience throughout the duration of the program.
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Fellows are paired with preceptors prior to the fellowship beginning. Fellows are placed with SVPs where there is a need. Fellows have the opportunity to work in other divisions throughout the hospital during the program.
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Past experience is not a requirement, but we prefer for candidates to have past internships and work experience. We seek diverse candidates with diverse backgrounds.
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Employment is not guaranteed post-fellowship, but many past residents/fellows have been successful in obtaining permanent roles within ECU Health Medical Center or ECU Health. Former fellows currently hold roles such as Administrator, Program/Project Manager, Manager, Consultant, Senior Manager, and Director.
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ECU Health is unable to sponsor work visas for the Administrative Fellowship Program at this time.
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Fellows must start between June and July of the following year after acceptance. Graduation from the program is usually one year after the start date but can vary.
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Administrative Fellowship candidates must have graduated within three year(s) of the program's start date.
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About ECU Health

ECU Health is a mission-driven, 1,708-bed academic health care system serving more than 1.4 million people in 29 eastern North Carolina counties. The not-for-profit system is comprised of 15,000 team members, nine hospitals and a physician group that encompasses over 1,200 academic and community providers practicing in over 220 primary and specialty clinics located in more than 120 locations.

Opportunities for professional nurses are varied and growing every day. Together, we can make your dreams happen, regardless of which hospital in our system you choose for your first professional nursing experience.