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Clinical Intern

CompanyAscension
LocationNashville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 11, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will perform a variety of clinical department-specific responsibilities and tasks in a training capacity. They will also participate and collaborate with others on clinical projects as requested.
Internship Type
other
Company Size
647
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Ascension (www.ascension.org) is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the U.S., Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. In FY2018, Ascension provided nearly $2 billion in care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs. Ascension includes approximately 156,000 associates and 34,000 aligned providers. The national health system operates more than 2,600 sites of care – including 151 hospitals and more than 50 senior living facilities – in 21 states and the District of Columbia, while providing a variety of services including physician practice management, venture capital investing, investment management, biomedical engineering, facilities management, clinical care management, information services, risk management, and contracting through Ascension’s own group purchasing organization.
About the Role

Your future role at a glance 

  • Location: Nashville, TN
  • Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown
  • Department: Clinical Support
  • Schedule: Day or Night shift | PRN

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.


Benefits that help you thrive

  • Retirement: 403(b) plan
  • Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.


How you’ll make an impact in this role

  • Perform clinical department tasks and responsibilities in a training capacity.

  • Execute work assignments linked to specific departmental projects and goals.

  • Operate within a defined scope of authority under direct managerial guidance.

  • Organize and prioritize assignments while escalating issues in a timely manner.

  • Collaborate with clinical teams on special projects and departmental initiatives.


What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

  • High school diploma/GED required. Enrolled in degreed program specific to discipline preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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Key Skills
Clinical ResponsibilitiesProject ManagementCollaborationOrganizationPrioritizationCommunication
Categories
HealthcareSocial ServicesEducation
Benefits
Paid Time OffHealth InsuranceWellness PlansRetirement BenefitsLong-Term DisabilityShort-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramsParental LeaveAdoption AssistanceTuition ReimbursementCommunity Service Opportunities