About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship at the Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute. You will conduct a comparative analysis of patient cycle times, specifically focusing on the duration from initial consultation to the start of treatment for prostate cases.
What you'll do#
- Select 30 simple prostate cases from the first quarter of the prior year and 30 from the current year.
- Review patient charts to identify initial consultation, simulation, and treatment start dates.
- Calculate the number of working days between these milestones.
- Compare average cycle times between the two periods.
- Summarize your findings and offer recommendations to improve patient cycle time.
- Create a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation covering your project outcomes and personal professional development.
- Present your findings during a session with other interns and supervisors.
What you'll need#
- Proof of current enrollment in an accredited college, university, or technical institution, or graduation within the last 12 months.
- Proof of good academic standing.
- A copy of your academic class schedule.
- A current resume and a cover letter.
- A course syllabus if you are seeking academic credit.
Location & details#
- This role is located on-site in Hampton, Virginia.
- The internship term is rolling.
About Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute
Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute is a cancer treatment and research facility based in Hampton, Virginia. Founded in 2010, it operates as a nonprofit organization. The institute specializes in proton therapy and physics research. It treats various cancer types including breast, prostate, pediatric, lung, and brain cancers. The facility maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees.
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