Student Intern - Summer Term (Surgery REACH)

Overview

Job Summary

This 8-week paid research experience is for URiM (Under-Represented in Medicine) students to explore and gain experience with careers in healthcare via direct mentorship and engagement with successful medical professionals.
Participants will engage in research projects, shadowing experiences, educational conferences, community service and social events as part of Atrium Health’s Department of Surgery.
• URiM* students
• Currently enrolled in accredited undergraduate institution
• Interested in pursuing a career in healthcare
• Must have completed at least 2 years of college and 4 or more semesters total of science/math
• Program Stipend: $17.50 per hour (based upon 40-hour work week)
• Notification Date: April 20, 2024

REACH Program Application (atriumhealth.org)

Essential Functions
 

• Performs duties including patient and family visits, delivery of support services, studies, investigations, research projects, and other assignments.
• Provides administrative coverage of the office such as answering phone and maintaining computer data. Types documents such as letters and creates spreadsheets and presentations.
• Assists with research projects, data analysis, and/or creating various reports. Assists with entering data and filing.
• Communicates verbally and in writing with all levels within the System and with the public.

Physical Requirements
 

Work requires walking, sitting, lifting and reaching overhead. Must be able to lift a minimum of 10 pounds, shoulder height. Must be able to push patients in wheelchairs or supplies on a rolling cart. Intact sense of sight and hearing is required. Responsible for working in a safe manner.

Education, Experience and Certifications
 

High School, Undergraduate, Master's or Postgraduate enrollment required. Excellent planning, prioritizing, oral/written communication, interpersonal, problem solving, and team skills required. Excellent planning, prioritizing, oral/written communication, interpersonal, problem solving, and team skills required. Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and ability to respond creatively to a rapidly changing environment required. Computer skills required.