Healthcare Admin & Patient Care Intern

UNKNOWN; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a student intern to support clerical tasks and assist in clinical activities under supervision. Responsibilities include scheduling, patient records, and basic exam preparation, with opportunities to participate in blood collection and routine lab work.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and BLS certification within one month of hire. Some college or medical assistant training is preferred; no prior work experience required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within one month of hire date.
• Some college or medical assistant training preferred.
• No specific work experience required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support, including answering phones, scheduling, typing documents and back-up support.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations and sterilize equipment.
• Interview patients to obtain medical information or schedule activities and coordinate records.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets or instructions to patients.
• Collect blood, specimens and prepare for testing; may measure vital signs.
• May perform routine laboratory tests and assist with patient flow.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Medical Terminology

Microsoft Office

Office Administration

Office Procedures

Oral Communications

Patient Interactions

File Maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college or medical assistant training

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a student intern to support clerical tasks and assist in clinical activities under supervision. Responsibilities include scheduling, patient records, and basic exam preparation, with opportunities to participate in blood collection and routine lab work.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and BLS certification within one month of hire. Some college or medical assistant training is preferred; no prior work experience required.