PAID INTERN

Chapter 13 Trustee Middle District of Alabama; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Legent Health is seeking a motivated Paid Intern to join our healthcare organization for the summer. This cross-functional internship will expose you to Operations and Legal departments, assisting in scheduling, patient intake coordination, data analysis, SOPs, and regulatory research.

The role emphasizes healthcare operations, policy, and law, with mentorship and opportunities to contribute to real projects and improve processes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed an undergraduate, graduate, or law degree program.
• Strong interest in healthcare operations, health policy, or healthcare law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Coursework or experience in healthcare administration, public health, pre-law, or a related field, preferred.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, healthcare compliance, or healthcare policy, preferred.
• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, or similar), preferred.
• Strong analytical mindset with an eye for process improvement, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of operational programs, including scheduling, patient intake coordination, and workflow optimization.
• Assist in gathering and analyzing operational data to identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure seamless delivery of care services.
• Help develop and maintain internal documentation, SOPs, and reporting dashboards.
• Participate in cross-departmental meetings and contribute to ongoing quality improvement projects.
• Track KPIs and prepare summary reports for leadership review.
• Shadow legal counsel and compliance officers on healthcare regulations and healthcare law.
• Assist in reviewing and summarizing contracts, policies, and regulatory documentation.
• Support research on federal and state healthcare compliance requirements (DEA, HIPAA, CMS).
• Help prepare briefing materials and internal memos for legal and compliance reviews.
• Participate in risk assessment exercises and compliance audits as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Analytical mindset

Education

Undergrad/Grad/Law student

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Job description

About Legent Health

At Legent Health , our mission is simple yet profound: “To provide first-class health care that puts YOU first.”

Our vision reflects our commitment to excellence: “Through robust physician partnerships, become a nationwide leader in compassionate, quality healthcare focused on the patient and available to everyone.”

Our values, also known as our brand pillars, define how we stay true to our identity in the healthcare industry and the communities we serve. These values are central to everything we do:

• Respect: We honor the time and trust of both patients and physicians by delivering organized, efficient services that ensure a seamless healthcare experience.
• Service: We are committed to highly personalized care for patients, their families, and the physicians who serve them, driving optimal outcomes for all.
• Leadership: We strive to be a trusted leader through innovation, clear communication, and unwavering dedication to excellence across our employees and partners.

Joining Legent Health means being part of a team that lives these principles every day, as we build a future focused on compassionate, quality care.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paid Intern to join our healthcare organization for the summer. This is a unique cross-functional internship designed to give high-impact exposure across two critical business units: our Operations team and our Legal department.

The Paid Intern will primarily be embedded within the Operations team, supporting the management and improvement of operational workflows, patient care coordination, and operational efficiency initiatives. Throughout the summer, the intern will also complete a structured rotation with our Legal department, gaining exposure to healthcare compliance, regulatory affairs, and risk management.

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about healthcare, eager to understand how organizations run behind the scenes, and excited to develop a cross-functional skill set.

POSITION’S ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations Team (Primary Assignment)

• Support the daily operations of operational programs, including scheduling, patient intake coordination, and workflow optimization.
• Assist in gathering and analyzing operational data to identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure seamless delivery of care services.
• Help develop and maintain internal documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and reporting dashboards.
• Participate in cross-departmental meetings and contribute to ongoing quality improvement projects.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare summary reports for leadership review.

Legal Department (Rotation)

• Shadow legal counsel and compliance officers on matters related to healthcare regulations and healthcare law.
• Assist in reviewing and summarizing contracts, policies, and regulatory documentation.
• Support research on federal and state healthcare compliance requirements (e.g., DEA regulations, HIPAA, CMS guidelines related to healthcare operations).
• Help prepare briefing materials and internal memos for legal and compliance reviews.
• Participate in risk assessment exercises and compliance audits as appropriate.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed an undergraduate, graduate, or law degree program.
• Strong interest in healthcare operations, health policy, or healthcare law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Coursework or experience in healthcare administration, public health, pre-law, or a related field, preferred.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, healthcare compliance, or healthcare policy, preferred.
• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, or similar), preferred.
• Strong analytical mindset with an eye for process improvement, preferred.

Why Join Legent Health?

Legent Health fosters an environment where team members are empowered to deliver exceptional care while growing professionally within a supportive, values-driven culture.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and wellness programs
• Career development and training opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Legent Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

I-9 and E-Verify Compliance:

Employment eligibility will be verified through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system. All applicants must provide valid documentation to establish identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by federal law.