Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position (2-3 sentences)

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

Essential Functions (7-10) Statements – List the essential functions of the job. Essential functions are the reasons a job exists.

• 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

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

Education Qualifications - List the minimum education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
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• Preferred Education: Choose an item.
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Licensing/ Certification - If registration, certification or licensure is required, include the name of the accrediting or licensing body.

• 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.

Working Conditions

This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work.

☐Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

☐Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

☐General office environment.

☐May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

☐May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

☐May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

☐May be required to use physical restraints.

☐May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

☐May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

☐May have periods of constant interruptions.

☐Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

☐Prolonged periods of working alone.

☐Other: work environment will be in an office or clinical environment. No patient care responsibilities

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and 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 recruitment@mercy.com. 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 recruitment@mercy.com