Healthcare Career Explorer - PRN

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

Are you passionate about connecting people with opportunities and supporting the hiring process? This role offers a unique chance to gain hands-on experience in recruitment coordination within a dynamic healthcare environment. You’ll assist with scheduling interviews, managing candidate communications, supporting recruitment events, and ensuring a smooth hiring experience for applicants and hiring managers. If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn about talent acquisition in a fast-paced setting, this position is for you! 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.

Requirements

Must be 16 years of age and currently enrolled in high school or higher learning to include: technology school, college, or university.
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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.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.