Under the supervision of a manager or supervisor the intern learns the basic operational skills and professional development required to work in healthcare management. The intern will shadow leadership from different departments and perform assigned tasks in order to gather experience in different areas of operation within University of Virginia Health System. The intern may assist the Manager or Director with projects, events and work relevant to specific departmental needs.

• Demonstrates basic healthcare operation knowledge.
• Maintains compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Engages in professional self-development.
• Performs tasks to reinforce industry specific issues related to the degree as well as the needs of the Health System.
• Individual assignments are completed under the direction of the appropriate Health System Leader.
• Develops recommendations around how to improve processes.
• Demonstrates computer skills and proficiency in the utilization of standard software specific to departmental needs.
• Communicates and collaborates with assigned work team to provide backup coverage and support as needed.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Actively enrolled in a degree for Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or related area.
Experience: No experience required; relevant work experience healthcare or public health preferred
Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The starting base rate for this role is $15.00 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.