FAQ

How many fellows are accepted into the program?

One fellow will be accepted into the program each year.

Will I get paid time off (PTO)?

Yes, fellows accrue PTO at the same rate as other new employees. You can use your PTO in accordance with hospital policy.

Do fellows work weekends?

Yes. The program expects that the fellow will work, on average, on one weekend per month.

Do fellows work holidays?

The program expects that the fellow will work holidays which fall on their scheduled work days.

Will I have allotted time to complete the curriculum modules?

You will have protected time to complete didactic components of the curriculum. Some of this work will be completed during work hours that are dedicated to didactic work. Some didactic work will be completed outside of work hours, depending on the service line module curriculum.

How often will I be paid?

You will be paid on a bi-weekly basis (every other Friday).

What benefits will I get?

You will be offered the same benefits package that other full-time Erlanger employees are eligible to receive, including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• PTO
• Free MedBridge continuing education access

What project work will I participate in?

You will complete a process improvement project in an area of your choice. This project will be completed over the year-long fellowship. You will present it to key stakeholders at mid-year and year-end for feedback and to communicate a control plan.

What does a typical week look like for the fellow?

Each week will vary. On average, you will:

• Have seven to eight hours of mentored, one-on-one time with your mentor
• Have three to eight hours of didactic time
• Spend the rest of your time independently providing patient care

This program is currently seeking candidacy status for accreditation through the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). While we are pursuing accreditation, please be advised that if the program does not receive AOTA accreditation by the time you complete your fellowship, you will not receive a certificate of completion from an AOTA-accredited fellowship program.