Summer Internship - Clinical Assistant - Orthopaedics

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

12h

About The Position

At Carilion Clinic, an internship is more than just a summer job. It is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on your career and in the community. Spend your summer developing new skills, building your resume, and learning about health care careers. In addition to completing the application, you must upload one professional resume and one letter of reference to your application. You will also need to complete additional assessments that will be emailed to you. The deadline for all the application materials and assessments to be completed is March 16, 2026. #summerinternship Summer Internship program will start on 6/1 and run through 7/31 The Intern supports departmental operations within an assigned department while gaining hands-on, practical experience in the healthcare field. Interns work under the supervision of a department leader or designee and contribute to daily operations, projects such as research or strategic initiatives as well as other duties as assigned. The Intern supports departmental operations within an assigned department while gaining hands-on, practical experience in the healthcare field. Interns work under the supervision of a department leader or designee and contribute to daily operations, projects such as research or strategic initiatives as well as other duties as assigned. Work under the supervision of a department leader or designee to complete assigned duties. Assist with operational, administrative or professional tasks aligned with department needs and the intern’s academic program. Observe, document, and communicate work progress, findings, or issues to the supervising leader or team. Interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization using appropriate communication methods. Participate in staff meetings, project meetings, and interdisciplinary discussions as requested. Proactively seek out learning opportunities, manage time effectively, and appropriately prioritize assignments. Follow all organizational policies, procedures, ethical standards, and confidentiality requirements. Accountable for performing office or clinical job responsibilities as needed for the department with a focus in APP services. Provides support for clinical and medical staff in the delivery of quality medical care. Assists with patient care as directed by the physician and clinical staff within scope of training.

Requirements

Two years of High School required.
None required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Good interpersonal, organizational, communication, and listening skills.
Manual dexterity and visual perception.
Job requires good hearing, clear understandable speech, and good finger dexterity.

Responsibilities

Supports departmental operations within an assigned department while gaining hands-on, practical experience in the healthcare field.
Works under the supervision of a department leader or designee and contribute to daily operations, projects such as research or strategic initiatives as well as other duties as assigned.
Assist with operational, administrative or professional tasks aligned with department needs and the intern’s academic program.
Observe, document, and communicate work progress, findings, or issues to the supervising leader or team.
Interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization using appropriate communication methods.
Participate in staff meetings, project meetings, and interdisciplinary discussions as requested.
Proactively seek out learning opportunities, manage time effectively, and appropriately prioritize assignments.
Follow all organizational policies, procedures, ethical standards, and confidentiality requirements.
Accountable for performing office or clinical job responsibilities as needed for the department with a focus in APP services.
Provides support for clinical and medical staff in the delivery of quality medical care.
Assists with patient care as directed by the physician and clinical staff within scope of training.