Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Summary:
- The Student Co-op offers aspiring healthcare professionals the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic clinical environment. Participants will work alongside experienced staff in various departments, enhancing their practical skills and understanding of patient care. This program is designed for students pursuing degrees in nursing, allied health, or other healthcare-related fields.Co-op participants will engage in a range of responsibilities, including assisting with patient care, observing clinical procedures, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Through mentorship and training, students will develop critical competencies, reinforce their academic learning, and build a professional network within the healthcare industry.
Responsibilities:
- Answers telephones, takes and relays messages promptly and answers inquiries
- Greets patients and visitors, gives directions and answers questions
- Collects data and records properly
- Performs literature reviews
- Compiles records as requested
- Monitors supply usage and reorders if necessary
- Supports and contributes to patient satisfaction goals
- Works in collaboration with all members of the healthcare team
- Participates in Entity and Department wide initiatives for Patient /Employee safety
- Demonstrates an awareness of patient/employee safety when carrying out daily responsibilities of their position
- Validation of annual competencies required for the position
Credentials:
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
- Education Specialization:
Equivalent Experience:
•And Current enrollment in University Co-op Program
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
Live Your Life's Work
We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.