About the role#
Jefferson Healthcare offers clinical observation opportunities for students exploring careers in healthcare. This program supports those who need observation hours for application or admission to accredited healthcare programs. Priority is given to students living in Jefferson County or attending local schools. Participants may observe for up to 40 hours.
What you'll do#
- Observe clinical operations within the facility.
- Remain hands off at all times. You will not perform direct patient care or interact with patients.
- Stay accompanied by a Jefferson Healthcare employee during your entire observation.
What you'll need#
- You must be 18 years or older.
- Enrollment or active application to an accredited healthcare-related program, such as Nursing, Public Health, Biomedical Sciences, or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- A successful background check.
- Proof of medical health care coverage.
- Documentation for MMR and Varicella vaccinations or titers.
- Proof of current Influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations or a signed declination.
Location & details#
- This role is located on-site in Port Townsend, Washington.
- The position is unpaid.
- Opportunities may be limited or suspended based on patient census or public health concerns.
About Jefferson Healthcare
Jefferson Healthcare serves as the primary provider of medical services for residents of eastern Jefferson County in Washington State. Based in Port Townsend, the organization operates a 25-bed critical access hospital alongside eight primary care clinics. It offers a range of services including emergency care, orthopedics, oncology, and surgical procedures. The system employs 693 people to support the health needs of the Olympic Peninsula.
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