Student intern will assist PPG Clinical Operations to promote and enhance clinical innovation, quality, safety, efficiency, and standardization, supporting frontline coworkers to provide excellent care to patients in the ambulatory setting. Student intern will gain valuable experience by assisting with workflow and procedure development, defining and implementing safety standards for patients and coworkers, and researching new service/equipment requests. Additional responsibilities will include supporting projects and ongoing work for process improvement, assisting with equipment and supply ordering for ambulatory clinics, policy research, development, and review, medication/vaccine research and education, creating and implementing standard work.
The position will support creation of educational materials for equipment, supplies, and medications, updating and maintaining department SharePoint page, and monitoring, evaluating, and communicating recalls for clinical supplies and equipment as well as other projects that arise.
Ability to work independently yet recognize the value of collaboration when needed. Interact in a professional manner with coworkers inside and outside the department. Competency in Microsoft software. Proficiency in verbal and written communication. Strong organizational skills. Attention to detail. Ability to problem solve and critical thinking skills are essential.
Must be current undergraduate college student or graduate college student. Specific educational focus or degree may be preferred depending on the hosting department of internship. Specific license and/or certification may be preferred depending on the hosting department of internship. GPA of 3.0 or above Submission of Cover Letter Resume and Letter of Recommendation. Other qualifications may vary by department of internship.