Summer Research Intern - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

The purpose of the position is to provide research and clinical shadowing opportunities for students who desire to pursue a health-related career.

Essential Job Functions

• Be able to work collaboratively with physician faculty mentors, residents/fellows, and other summer interns on a clinical research project. Upon completion of the internship, the expectations include a research proposal or an abstract, a poster, or a presentation at a local or regional professional society.
• Participate in clinical shadowing experiences with residents and faculty in our Graduate Medical Education programs while adhering to HIPAA and patient privacy guidelines.
• Must complete and abide by necessary requirements and paperwork on HIPAA, patient privacy, research training via CITI, vaccinations and other BSMH employment requirements.
  
  

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Patient Population

Description

The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement. Also, select the age of the patient population served:

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
  
  

☐Neonates (0-4 weeks)

☐Adolescents (13-17 years)

☐Infant (1-12 months)

☐Adults (18-64 years).

☐Pediatrics (1-12 years)

☐Geriatrics (65 years and older)

☒Not applicable to this position.

Employment Qualifications

Required Minimum Education:

Other

Specialty/Major

Preferred Education

Specialty/Major

Licensing/ Certification

Licensure/Certification Required

Not Applicable

Licensure/Certification Preferred

Not Applicable

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Years and Type of Experience

Not Applicable

Other Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

Not Applicable

Other Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred

Not Applicable

Combination of post-secondary education and experience in lieu of a degree.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
  
  

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]