Clinical Engineering Intern -2

Memorial Hermann Health System

Oct 16, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
People, HR & Administration
Healthcare
Houston

Requirements

Education: Current students in an accredited college, university or institute of higher learning working on or recently completed their undergraduate degree.
Licenses/Certifications: (None).
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Must be detailed oriented, organized and have multi-tasking skills.
Strong computer software skills - word processing, spreadsheets, database management and presentation.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of entry-level administrative staff duties related to areas such as administrative regulations, policies, processes, procedures, systems, reports, surveys, and forms, while learning the fundamental of the business acumen.
Participates in analytic studies by conducting routine research, identifying samples, and assembling and compiling data in well defined areas related to administrative regulations, policies, procedures, systems, methods, reports, surveys, and forms.
Applies basic statistical and management analysis techniques or, with detailed instructions, advanced statistical and management techniques in analyzing data.
Assists in writing instructions, procedures, guides, and manuals to describe and improve administrative, technological, and operational methods and systems.
Researches problems, discrepancies, and responds to routine inquiries related to the business, technological, and operational activities of the assigned department.
Prepares reports, presentations, operational documents, and correspondence containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content related to business, technological, and operational activities subject to review and editing by higher-level staff members.
May perform a wide variety of paraprofessional, technical, and clerical tasks during peak workload periods or in the absence of assigned staff.
Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the Clinical Engineering Intern position?

The main purpose of the Clinical Engineering Intern position is to provide the intern with exposure to healthcare governance, organizational practices, laws, and regulations related to the healthcare industry while completing assignments and projects assigned by their preceptor.

What educational background is required for this internship?

Candidates must be current students in an accredited college, university, or institute of higher learning working on or recently completing their undergraduate degree.

Are there any specific licenses or certifications required for this internship?

No, there are no licenses or certifications required for this position.

What are the key skills required for the Clinical Engineering Intern role?

Key skills required include strong oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, organizational abilities, multi-tasking skills, and strong computer software skills in word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and presentations.

What types of tasks will the intern be expected to perform?

The intern will perform a variety of entry-level administrative tasks related to regulations, policies, systems, data analysis, research, report preparation, and may assist in writing procedures and manuals.

Will the intern have any opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the intern will promote their professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency.

How does the organization ensure a safe environment for patients and staff?

The organization ensures a safe environment by adhering to policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications, including managing time, supplies, and quality of service.

Are there opportunities for networking and mentorship during the internship?

Yes, the intern will have opportunities to serve as a preceptor and mentor to less experienced staff, fostering relationships and professional growth.

How does the organization define its commitment to community care?

The organization demonstrates its commitment to community care by creating compassionate and personalized experiences for every member of the community and modeling service standards throughout the internship.

What additional duties might the intern be assigned?

The intern may be assigned other duties as needed, which could vary based on departmental needs and workload.

Memorial Hermann Health System

More than a century of patient-centered care. At Memorial Hermann, we are all about advancing health. Yours.

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At Memorial Hermann, we are all about advancing health. Yours. It begins by redefining healthcare. Our 6,400 affiliated physicians and more than 26,000 employees practice evidence-based medicine with a relentless focus on quality, safety and exceptional service for all patients, consumers and Health Plan members. Our efforts continue to result in national awards and recognition, including for our nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization. With a focus on providing enhanced access to care, Memorial Hermann offers Virtual Clinic for digital access and has 300 care delivery sites conveniently located across the Greater Houston area, including our flagship hospital in the world-renowned Texas Medical Center, which serves as the teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. We have proudly served this community for more than 110 years, and we contribute more than $588 million annually through school-based health centers and other community benefit programs. Because at Memorial Hermann, the health of our community is always at the center of what we do. Learn more about Memorial Hermann Health System.