Student Intern I

Job Description Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Anatomy & Cell Biology-Res Adm Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0.5 and 0.89) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 4 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 12:00:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( Pay Range: $16.60 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: REACH Interns participate in a job shadowing career development summer session, Monday through Friday under the direct instruction of professionals from various departments within the RUMC facility, including: Medical Center Engineering, Clinical Engineering, Nursing units, Alzheimer Disease Center, LADS, Marketing and Communications/Graphic Design, Behavioral Sciences, etc. Interns learn how to perform job-specific tasks while gaining an understanding of day-to-day operations within their assigned department. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited Chicagoland high school
• Must be interested in health science or STEM careers
• Should display high level leadership skills, work ethic, and appropriate ethical and professional behaviors
• Should possess basic computer skills and knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-directed and able to work without supervision
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and idea
• Exceptional customer service skills; should be enthusiastic, friendly, dependable, and flexible

Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Responsibilities:

• Medical Center Engineering: Students assist department staff as they operate, maintain, repair, inspect and upgrade/improve all of the Medical Center buildings and the related systems/equipment, for example: Electrical systems, Carpentry, Painting, HVAC, Plumbing, Inventory Control, etc.
• Clinical Engineering: Students assist department staff with proper management of diagnostic, therapeutic, and life support equipment, including: new equipment inventory and safety test; maintain device histories of individual pieces of equipment; repair and scheduled maintenance of all patient diagnostic, therapeutic, and life support equipment here at Rush.
• Nursing units: Students perform specific tasks in various units that assist in increased patient satisfaction and improved patient experience; units include: NICU, Case Management, OR, ER, Mother/Child, 9 North, Oncology outpatient, Child Psych/Day school, PAR, Interventional Radiology, Hospital Administration, etc.
• Teaching Aid Assistant: Helps establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment, advance physical and intellectual competencies, support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance, establish positive and productive relationships with families, and maintain a commitment to professionalism.
• Marketing and Communications/Graphic Design: Student assists department staff as they manage Rush's marketing, advertising and branding efforts. The office is responsible for public relations, including media relations and internal communications; and oversight of the University's and Medical Center's websites.
• Alzheimer Disease Center: Under supervision, student conducts a variety of established functions to engage diverse communities in Alzheimer’s disease outreach, education and research. The student will assist with outreach events and activities for older adults centered on the topics of healthy aging and Alzheimer’s disease.
• Information Systems: Student will perform simple projects using basic computer skills. Student will be an accountable team member, meet agreed deliverables and deadlines, and communicate clearly with peers and management.
• Off-Site Locations: Under supervision, students will assist partnered organizations and other off-site Rush facilities with a variety projects, tasks, and engage with the community. Students will perform specific tasks as directed; organization include: PAWS Chicago, Block Electric, Rush Oak Park, etc.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Position Student Intern I Location US:IL:Chicago Req ID 27524 Rush University