Psychiatric Office Assistant Internship

About the role#

Harmony United Psychiatric Care offers a hands-on internship program designed for individuals seeking to enter the healthcare field. This program provides foundational exposure to medical office operations within a mental health setting. Participants receive mentorship and structured training, culminating in a Certificate of Completion after finishing 600 hours of service. This is a voluntary, unpaid internship.

What you'll do#

Interns gain practical experience in outpatient clinic operations, including:

• Managing patient check-in and check-out procedures.
• Practicing professional phone etiquette and patient scheduling.
• Utilizing MEDENT Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Overseeing patient flow and the waiting area.
• Learning the basics of insurance billing and coding.
• Maintaining HIPAA compliance and patient privacy.

What you'll need#

• Must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate.
• No prior healthcare or office experience is required.
• Ability to commit to a consistent schedule, with a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Must pass a basic screening, including a background check and drug testing.
• Interest in fields such as Psychology, Nursing, or Health Administration.

Location & details#

• Location: Port Saint John, Florida.
• Modality: On-site.
• Term: Rolling enrollment.
• Duration: 3 to 6 months (600 hours total).
• Compensation: Unpaid.