CLINICAL SHADOWING INTERN - UNDERGRADUATE MEDICAL

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies•Sheridan, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Shadowing Intern is an undergraduate student participating in a structured, paid internship designed to earn observational and clinical exposure hours in preparation for graduate or professional school applications. This position is strictly observational and does not include the provision of direct clinical services. The intern will gain exposure to healthcare delivery within VOANR programs, with an emphasis on nursing and medical provider roles, interdisciplinary collaboration, and healthcare systems in a nonprofit setting.

Requirements

Undergraduate student
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Interest in healthcare professions, particularly medicine or physician assistant pathways
Willingness to learn in observational settings
Effective communication and respectful engagement with staff
Professionalism and ethical conduct

Responsibilities

Shadow licensed nursing staff, and behavioral health professionals as approved
Observe patient flow, care coordination, and interdisciplinary treatment team meetings
Observe consultations, or case discussions when appropriate
Observe nursing workflows, including medication management and patient education activities (observation only)
Attend approved trainings, in-service sessions, and staff meetings
Learn healthcare terminology, workflows, and scope-of-practice distinctions
Observe documentation and compliance processes without accessing or entering records
Assist with non-clinical administrative tasks such as organizing training materials or preparing non-confidential packets
Participate in quality improvement or systems-learning activities under supervision
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Complete internship logs, reflections, or documentation required by VOANR or the academic institution