Administrative Intern

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Job Description:

General Description: Through immersive education, hands-on experience, and close mentorship, interns are exposed to a variety of learning opportunities. Interns contribute to OU Health via project work, utilizing and developing their knowledge, skills, abilities, and networks. This is a 10-week internship at 40 hours per week.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.  Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. 

• Shadows areas of administration and professional units of the hospital to gain an understanding of policies and procedures within hospital administration and individual departments. 
• Attends and participates in meetings of administrative staff or other hospital committees. 
• Assists in the completion of tasks and activities in support of hospital administrative activities. 
• Completes designated, business-focused project work to contribute to the company’s success and prepare for work following graduation.
• Presents work and outcomes to hospital leadership.
• Prepares reports and/or maintains records for assigned projects.
• Engages with internal and external customers and stakeholders to complete work and provide appropriate service.
• Provides suggestions to management for improving service and processes.
• Works independently under direction from leadership.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Enrolled in an accredited university Master’s Degree program in Hospital Administration (MHA), Public Health (MPH), Business Administration (MBA) or related degree program.

Experience: N/A

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of hospital administration. 
• Familiar with managerial techniques of office procedures, business communications and/or public relations. 
• Good interpersonal skills that allow for integrated team work with hospital staff and the general public. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze situations and take an appropriate course of action.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.