The Clinical Administrative Intern will support the daily operations and strategic quality initiatives of the clinical administration department. This role is ideal for a student or early-career professional seeking hands-on experience in healthcare administration, clinical quality improvement, and operational support in a dynamic clinical setting. The intern will assist with various quality-driven projects and provide general administrative support to help achieve departmental goals related to patient care, compliance, and workflow efficiency.
Qualifications (Required) Qualifications (Preferred)
- Enrolled in or recently completed a degree program in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Health Sciences, or a related field
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
- Interest in quality improvement, compliance, and healthcare operations
- Self-starter with a willingness to learn and contribute proactive
Position Responsibilities
- Assist with quality improvement (QI) initiatives, including data tracking, documentation, and reporting
- Participate in workflow analysis projects to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements
- Help develop, organize, and maintain clinical documentation templates, audit tools, and training materials
- Support compliance efforts, such as chart reviews, policy updates, and ensuring alignment with regulatory standards (e.g., CMS, OSHA, Joint Commission)
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to gather feedback and assist in implementing best practices
- Assist with preparing materials for team meetings, QI presentations, and regulatory surveys
- Help maintain records related to clinical metrics, patient satisfaction surveys, and operational dashboards
- Provide administrative support for departmental initiatives as needed (scheduling, data entry, internal communications, etc.)
- Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals
Physical Requirements:Must be able to lift 30 pounds. Vision and hearing corrected to within normal limits is required. Must have manual dexterity to key in data; utilize computer, grab, grip, hold, tear, cut, sort, and reach.