Post-Acute Care Services Intern

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. The Post-Acute Care Services Intern provides strategic, operational and analytical support across Home Health, Hospice and Home Medical Equipment (HME). This role supports key initiatives, data analysis and program development to enhance quality, access and cost-effective care delivery across Post-Acute Care Services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Currently enrolled in a graduate program (Master of Public Health, Master of Health Administration or related study). CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhausted list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Support strategic initiatives across Post Acute Care Services, including Home Health, Hospice, and Home Medical Equipment (HME). 2. Assists in the development of reports, dashboards and presentations for executive leadership. 3. Support the planning and implementation of innovative care models. 4. Participate in leadership meetings and assist with preparation of materials for strategic planning and decision making. 5. Collaborate with stakeholders to support care coordination, access and network development initiatives. 6. Assist with quality, regulatory, and compliance activities, including data tracking and audit preparation. 7. Support outreach and program development efforts to enhance awareness and utilization of post-acute services. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Extended periods of sitting. 2. Extended periods of computer use. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Standard, high volume office environment SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 3. Ability to interpret data and translate into actionable insights. 4. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. 5. Interest in healthcare operations and strategy. Additional Job Description: Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: SHC WVUHS Home Care Cost Center: 500 SHC Administration Address: 1085 Van Voorhis Rd Morgantown West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.