Quality/Safety Intern

Quality/Safety Intern

Our teams shape strategic initiatives, have passion, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our team in the role of Intern. This position will work a flexible schedule during our normal business hours, Monday Friday 8:00am 5:00pm, hours per day will vary. Candidates should be comfortable working in a hybrid environment with onsite work happening across the Indianapolis Metro Region including Fishers, Avon and Carmel.

At IU Health, we believe every patient deserves a safe and supportive environment for care. The Patient Safety & Quality team is dedicated to making safety and excellence a top priority, with a shared commitment to achieving zero harm across all care settings. These principles are fundamental to improving patient outcomes and supporting overall well-being.

As an intern within this department, you will gain exposure to key safety metrics and initiatives that drive quality improvement across the organization. A core focus includes monitoring and reducing common healthcare-associated risks such as:

• CLABSI (Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections)
• CAUTI (Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections)
• SSI (Surgical Site Infections)
• Hand hygiene compliance

In addition to learning how these safety indicators are tracked and improved, interns will explore how patients and families play a critical role in identifying potential safety concerns. The internship emphasizes collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and proactive strategies that empower both care teams and patients to maintain a culture of safety.

Through this experience, interns will develop a deeper understanding of healthcare quality standards, patient safety practices, and the ongoing efforts required to ensure safe, high-quality care for every patient.

Candidate Qualifications

• Requires current enrollment in an Associate's, Bachelor's, and/or Master's Degree Program.
• Candidates with majors in the Health Sciences, Business, Sustainability and Administration are preferred.
• Candidates pursuing degrees in a healthcare related field are preferred.
• Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including comfort with Excel-based modeling.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and professionally.
• Interest in healthcare delivery, real estate strategy, and large-scale capital planning.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana's largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals, and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system's programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.