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Position Overview:

The Summer (May 2024 - August 2024) Administrative Healthcare Internship is a 10-12 week program that provides an outstanding opportunity for Master’s prepared individuals to learn from excellent preceptors and to work in one or more areas of administrative specialization: acute care hospitals, medical groups/foundations and ambulatory care environments in an integrated, not-for-profit health care system. Administrative Interns gain experience and develop an in-depth understanding of operations and strategic initiatives through project work and direct participation in management activities. Exposure to the various healthcare environments enables Administrative Interns to gain a broad base of understanding regarding the challenges facing health care delivery systems and additionally to develop valuable skills that will better prepare them to assume leadership roles in the health care industry.

Note: There will be multiple positions placed in various geographies throughout Northern California based on the Intern's interest and our needs. All efforts will be made to place Interns in the geographic region of their choice.

Administrative Healthcare Internship Program Highlights:

• The Administrative Healthcare Internship is a 10-12 week paid program offered during the summer months
• Administrative Interns are offered a competitive salary and free housing for the duration of the program
• Interns are provided the opportunity to have one-on-one mentoring with Sutter Health executives

Additional Requirements:

EDUCATION

• At the time of application, one must have an undergraduate degree and be a current graduate student at an accredited university returning to school after completion of the internship.
• Applicant must have an MBA-health/healthcare management focus, MHA, MPH-health management & policy focus, JD or highly desired MSN with a dual degree of the previous degree(s) listed, to qualify as an Administrative Healthcare Intern.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Experience in the healthcare industry is helpful, as is experience analyzing complex issues and recommending appropriate/ meaningful and fiscally sound solutions.
• Knowledge of current issues affecting the healthcare industry desired, as is awareness of applicable legal and accreditation requirements, standards and guidelines. Knowledge of Lean/ Six Sigma approaches to process improvement helpful.
• Must have the excellent leadership, communication (written, verbal and presentation), problem solving, analytical skills required to formulate, and ability to recommend creative solutions to diverse and complex problems.
• Must have computer skills, including use of word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software.
• This position must function effectively as both a team member and leader. Must be able to read and understand financial analyses/ statements.
• Organization and prioritization are skills required.
• Must be able to work effectively in an independent fashion without significant direct supervision, guidance or direction. Assignments are of considerable complexity, depth, and variety, which require the application of independent judgment and exercise of initiative.
• Ability to provide direction and guidance to the activities of others; to achieve results through delegation, control and follow-up procedures and to utilize available resources.

Pay Range: $29.10 to $32.58 / hour

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Temporary Employee (Fixed Term)

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $1.00 to $500.00 / hour. Bay Pay Range is $32.58 to $32.58 / hour. Valley Pay Range is $29.10 to $29.10 / hour.

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.