Intern/Summer - Ophthalmology (Waltham)

Boston Children’s Hospital; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a part-time administrative intern in the Department of Ophthalmology. This role is designed for students currently enrolled in a healthcare administration program, emphasizing patient communication and administrative coordination.

You will work 20 hours a week on onsite tasks that enhance your skills in a healthcare environment and provide opportunities to shadow various departments.

Qualifications

• Preferred majors/minors in Healthcare Administration.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Empathy in difficult situations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily administrative tasks of the Ophthalmology department.
• Gain experience in patient communication and scheduling.
• Opportunity to shadow different areas of the department.

Skills

Effective communication

Empathy in interpersonal situations

Ability to work with diverse constituencies

Education

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program

Job description

Part time and temporary, 20 hours per week, 100% onsite

Position Summary / Department Summary

The Department of Ophthalmology at Boston Children's Hospital offers the latest and best in diagnostics and care for children with vision problems, no matter how simple or complex. We specialize in treating cataracts in babies and children, traumatic eye injuries, juvenile glaucoma and a variety of other conditions and focus on patient-centered care. Learn more about the Department of Ophthalmology here.

Key Responsibilities

• Working 20 hours/week alongside the BCH Ophthalmology administrative team and their providers.
• Focusing on helping the team with daily administrative tasks this internship will build competencies in patient communication/interaction, scheduling, chart prep/oversight, as well as many other aspects of Hospital Administration.
• After training period, opportunities to shadow other areas of the department allowing for a more well-rounded overview of the different opportunities in healthcare.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. Healthcare administration majors/minors preferred
• Have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and provide empathy in difficult interpersonal situations
• Have the ability to work with diverse internal and external constituencies.

Schedule: To be determined in coordination with supervisor/department needs. Note that one 3-day technical training may be held for full days over the first 1-3 weeks that are on set days.