Are you ready and motivated to find a great entry-level job with good wages and benefits in a growing industry and in a premier health care organization?

Do you have a strong desire to help others, genuine concern for the welfare of patients and clients, and the ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds in challenging situations?

Do you need to strengthen your skills?

Program Description

Partners HealthCare Training and Employment Program is designed for individuals interested in entry-level employment within one of the Partners hospitals. This is an unpaid training program which includes 3.5 weeks of classroom instruction and a 2.5 week internship in a basic clerical or support staff position. Our free, full-time, 6-week training program with Partners HealthCare will help you become our next: Office Assistant, Unit Coordinator, Patient Service Coordinator, Practice Secretary, Laboratory Aide, Medical Record Clerk, Operating Room Assistant, or one of our many other exciting positions.

View a video about the Partners HealthCare Training and Employment Program

Download the Program Flyer

Training Includes:

• Introduction to the Health Care Environment
• Resume Preparation
• Interviewing Skills
• Medical Terminology
• Customer Service Skills
• Internship in a Hospital Department
• Job Placement Assistance
• Career Counseling and Development
• Post-Placement Support and Follow-Up
• Financial Literacy Education
• Supportive Services
• Professional Image Development

Eligibility Requirements:

All applicants must:

• Be available to attend an Open House
• Be at least 18 years old and have a professional attitude
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Pass assessments in reading, writing and Microsoft Word skills
• Successfully complete CORI screening (Criminal Offender Record Investigation)
• Provide a reference of 1 full year of steady employment
• Speak, write and understand English
• Be able to work full-time and complete a 90 day probationary period
• Be able to attend training: Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM
• Be eligible to work in the United States

Partners Affiliated Hospitals:

Read about some Participant Success Stories:

Andre's Story	Krista's Story
Yolanda's Story	Jessica's Story

2009 Cycle Start Dates:

• August 17, 2009
• October 26, 2009

Interested Candidates: Read the Open House Information and complete the Registration Form. If you have additional questions, call 617-585-2850

Managers - If you are interested in the program or hosting an intern please contact:
Cynthia Briggs, Director at 617-585-2843 or
Dena Lerra Career Development Coordinator at 617-585-2811.

Agencies: For program referrals, please contact Tressa Stazinski , Manager of Employer Partnerships, Project Hope at (617) 442-1880 ext. 232

Section 30 Approved: Course ID# 1067203