About the role#
This is a 6-month, full-time co-op internship starting January 4, 2027. You will work 40 hours per week in a clinical setting to support patient care and office operations.
What you'll do#
- Greet and escort patients while keeping them informed during their visits.
- Support clinicians with exam preparation, procedures, and testing.
- Perform point-of-care testing and keep exam rooms and equipment clean.
- Update EMR systems with vital signs, medical history, medications, and allergies.
- Reconcile prescriptions and ensure data accuracy according to guidelines.
- Help patients with MyHealth Online enrollment and handle scheduling or referrals.
- Manage correspondence and resolve minor patient concerns.
- Assist with team operations, including supply management, staff orientation, and backup coverage.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university for the duration of the internship.
- Ability to use computer systems, navigate multiple applications at once, and perform data entry.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools like Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
- Strong time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and make independent decisions.
- Professional communication skills for interacting with patients, providers, and staff.
- Medical Assistant Certification is preferred.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required depending on the specialty.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Compensation: $18 to $32 per hour.
About UnitedHealth Group
UnitedHealth Group operates as a health care and well-being company based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. It manages two primary businesses, Optum and UnitedHealthcare, to provide health benefits and care services. The company employs over 90,000 people and serves 147 million individuals. Its work involves collaboration with governments, employers, and health care providers.
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