Healthcare Career Explorer - PRN

Position Title

Healthcare Career Explorer - PRN Department: Human Resources

Job Description

Are you interested in pursuing a career in Healthcare? This immersive experience helps Explorers build foundational skills, expand their understanding of healthcare pathways, and develop confidence as they consider a future career in Healthcare. General Description: The Healthcare Career Explorer offers a unique and exciting opportunity to high school and college students interested in investigating or pursuing a career in healthcare. Healthcare Career Explorers are placed in a career stream within the OU Health academic medical system to gain first-hand experience with an inpatient, outpatient, and/or ambulatory setting. Interns interact with patients, healthcare staff, and professionals across multiple disciplines and gain valuable insight and know-how to prepare them for successful futures in healthcare. Essential Responsibilities Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Structured Experience Participate in a healthcare role within Nursing, Clinical Support Services, or Administration. Gain exposure to different aspects of healthcare delivery, administration, and patient care. Observe and learn from experienced professionals in each field. Hands-On Learning Assist with tasks related to patient care, administrative processes, and healthcare operations. Contribute to the execution of the day-to-day responsibilities of healthcare professionals. Learn and use effective communication skills and empathy in a healthcare setting. Observe successful patient interaction techniques during rounds and appointments. Professional Networking Connect with healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and administrators. Receive practical advice and insight from seasoned experts in the field. Learn about strategic decision-making, team collaboration, and organizational leadership. Develop skills necessary for securing pivotal positions in the healthcare industry.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Must be 16 years of age and currently enrolled in high school or higher learning to include: technology school, college, or university.

Experience

• None
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s)
• Required: N/A Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Enthusiasm for learning and a desire to explore healthcare career paths. Excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor. Ability to function in multiple work environments and collaborate with diverse teams. Interpersonal skills that will allow for teamwork with hospital staff and the public. Ability to evaluate and analyze situations and identify an appropriate course of action. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S.
• News &
• World
• Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.