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St. Luke's University Health Network Healthcare Administration Intern - Supply Chain Management in Allentown, Pennsylvania
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
Supports the St. Luke’s University Health Network and Supply Chain Management Department by completing internship projects and assignments through independent work and team-based collaboration.
Supports the St. Luke’s University Health Network and Supply Chain Management Department by completing internship projects and assignments through independent work and team-based collaboration.
St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a non-profit, regional, fully integrated, nationally recognized network providing services at 14 campuses and more than 300 sites in Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, Schuylkill, Bucks, Montgomery, Berks, Monroe and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey.
The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
WORK PERFORMED
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:St Luke’s interns support the network by using their knowledge and talents to bring new ideas, creative solutions and technical skills to a variety of projects and task assignments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provide analytical, technical and tactical support to SCM Department projectsWork independently to complete tasks by assigned deadlinesCollaborate with a team to work on projects and assignment tasks across the networkMaintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information.
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.
Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. )
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: May require sitting/standing for up to 4hrs/day, walking up to 2 hrs/day, 20 minutes at a time. Requires frequent fingering, handling, firm grasping, twisting and turning. In a typical workday when performing essential functions, must be able to: stoop/bend; reach above shoulder level; squat; crouch; kneel; climb; lift heavy supplies and equipment; touch to perceive size, shape temperature and texture; hear high frequencies and day to day conversations, perceive objects near and far; and distinguish chromatic colors. In addition, should have good peripheral vision and depth perception.
POTENTIAL ON-THE-JOB RISKS: Minimal on the job risks during normal tasks.
Identified Risks, None Identified and/or Fit Tested Statement Which States That:
Employees who work in patient care areas where they may have potential exposure to patients with suspected or proven tuberculosis (TB) must have the ability to wear a particulate respirator and be fit-tested in compliance with the current recommendations from the CDC (enforced by OSHA) or must provide physician documentation as to the inability to wear a particulate respirator.
SPECIFIC PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE:
MOST COMPLEX DUTY:
SUPERVISION (RECEIVED BY AND/OR GIVEN TO):
COMMUNICATIONS:
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must maintain client confidentiality at all times.
May not give medical advice or opinions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: Open to students enrolled in a two or four year college or university, studying Supply Chain Management and Business Information Systems.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
WORK SCHEDULE: Day shift with occasional varying hours based on the needs of the SCM department.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (http://www.slhn.org/EOE)
