Healthcare Career Explorer - PRN

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 one of the following: senior year of high school, enrolled in an accredited college or university, or enrolled in a career tech program or subsidiary.

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.