Business Intern

About the role

The Business Intern in Operational Excellence at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) supports a portfolio of enterprise-wide improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient experience, clinical efficiency, and operational performance. This role offers hands-on experience in healthcare operations, continuous improvement methodologies, and strategic project execution.

Responsibilities

• Supports a portfolio of enterprise-wide improvement projects focusing on patient experience, clinical efficiency, and operational performance.
• Works directly with senior leaders, physicians, nurses, and administrative stakeholders to translate data into insights and insights into action.
• Engages in direct support of ongoing improvement initiatives within the hospital system.
• Assists in the development and implementation of strategies to enhance operational performance and patient care.

Requirements

• None required for this position.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in healthcare operations and continuous improvement.

Skills

• Curiosity and drive to learn about healthcare operations.
• Analytical thinking and ability to interpret data.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

Eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation.

Pay

The base pay scale for this position is $0.00 - $0.00. Additional benefits are available.

Schedule

The internship duration will be 6 to 8 weeks depending on availability and project needs. The work shift is Day (United States of America).

Employment Status

Temporary (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Work Location

Full time

Environmental Working Conditions

Hospital for Special Surgery provides a safe and healing environment for its patients and staff. While the exact conditions vary by department, the general environment is professional and supportive.

Physical Working Conditions

While specific physical demands are not detailed, the role involves sitting for extended periods and occasional standing, walking, and lifting.

Hazards

No specific hazards are mentioned for this role.

OSHA Education

Not applicable for this role.

Position & Unit Accountabilities

Progress towards an undergraduate degree is expected from the intern.

Accountabilities

Interns are expected to contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to enhance operational performance and patient care.

OSHA Certification/Licenses

No certifications or licenses are required for this position.

Certifications/Licenses Preferred

No certifications or licenses are preferred for this role.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing care and services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.