Medical career exploration volunteer program

This phase of the BWH pre-medical volunteer experience involves experiences which will help students gain confidence in their communication and caring skills while providing a better understanding of a specific clinical environment in the hospital. This experience will open up opportunities to interact with patients, families and clinical staff such as nurses, technicians, patient care assistants and potentially physicians. Round with a Physician for one day and Letter of Recommendation At completion of hours.

Please view the following links for further information on eligibility criteria and how to get started:. Rothman oversees both the Johns Hopkins Health System and the school of medicine.

A rheumatologist and molecular immunologist, he came to Johns Hopkins in , after serving as dean of the Carver College of Medicine at the University of Iowa.

Previously, he served as head of internal medicine at the University of Iowa, and prior to that, as vice chairman for research and founding director of the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, where he joined the faculty in Rothman's research focused on immune system molecules, known as cytokines.

Specifically, he investigated the role these molecules play in the normal development of blood cells, as well as the abnormal development of these blood cells that leads to leukemia. Rothman is a member of the Merck board of directors and receives compensation in the form of income and stock. Rothman also is a member of the board of directors of the King Faisal Specialty Hospital, for which he receives compensation in the form of income.

Each program is geared toward different types of students at different levels. Please review all programs to determine which program is most appropriate for you. A lab may be interested in talking with a student about a potential opportunity, even if they do not have a job posted on the BWH HR website yet. Dedicated to assisting students to make well informed decisions about healthcare careers and gain practical experience in healthcare organizations.

HCC provides paid internships, career resources and networking opportunities to undergraduates interested in pursuing careers in healthcare. Provide health documentation to include current TB within three months of visit , immunization record, Covid vaccination record and flu vaccine if during flu season.

Obtain and wear temporary ID badge at the collar level while in the hospital. Wear professional business attire and act in a professional manner. Do not provide patient care at any time. Complete the application online. Observation Considered an extension of job shadowing, lasting anywhere from one day to a maximum of three months.

To participate in the Observation program, the following requirements must be met: Individuals are responsible for finding their own sponsor i. Provide criminal background check if observation is longer than 30 days.

Complete the training on the CareLearning website and provide proof of completion. Mentoring A relationship between a high school or post-secondary student, or adult with a bona fide educational interest and an Authority healthcare professional who guides the individual for a period greater than three months e.

To participate in the Mentoring program, the following requirements must be met: Individuals are responsible for finding their own sponsor i. Obtain and wear temporary ID badge at the collar level while in the hospital.. Clinical Sponsorship A structured observation program to develop an interest in a healthcare related career. To participate in the Clinical Sponsorship program, the following requirements must be met: Individuals are responsible for finding their own sponsor i.