Medical Student Extern program

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Sarah Bush Lincoln is a prominent non-profit healthcare organization located in downstate Illinois. It operates a two-hospital system, consisting of Sarah Bush Lincoln based in Mattoon, IL which has 150 beds, and SBL Fayette County Hospital based in Vandalia, IL, with 25 beds. The healthcare system also operates more than 57 clinics spread across a 10-county area and a stand-alone surgery center, regional cancer center and hospice house.

The organization employs nearly 3,000 people, including a medical staff of approximately 230 members. SBL is known for its contemporary facilities and commitment to providing advanced equipment and services for diagnosis and treatment. Sarah Bush Lincoln has an expanding robotics program, which showcases its dedication to adopting innovative technologies.

Our mission is to provide exceptional care for all and create healthy communities with a vision to be the leading community health system in the nation. You can be a part of this growing and respected healthcare organization by joining our 6-week medical student extern program.

The summer program dates are flexible and are open to medical students who have completed M1 and will be moving to M2 in the fall. Students will observe physicians in areas of interest to them and gain clear insight into the actual role of the physician. Didactic days will be held every other week and will include: skills practice, guest lectures, community health initiatives, physician recruiting, marketing and more. This program is open to 6 students with a home address in our 10-county service area.

Applications are due April 1.

Details

Externs must have completed M1 and moving to M2 in the fall
Program runs in the summer with flexible dates
Externs may work up to 40 hours per week but are not permitted to work any overtime.
This program is not-for credit.
This is a paid externship.
Externs must have an AHA BLS provider card and provide documentation

For more information here contact Tracey McCord at [email protected]

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