Are you interested in learning about a career in healthcare? If so, we are here to help you explore all of your options. Below are some ways you can explore future careers:
CLASSROOM VISITS - Our staff would love to come to your school, present a DVD on the real-life daily duties of actual Ochsner employees, and discuss healthcare careers with students. Email for more information.
SCHOOL VISITS - Ochsner's "Traveling Medicine Show" will travel ‘down the road' or ‘to the bayou' to area schools and spend a morning or afternoon offering hands-on health and career information. Look for registration in Spring 2010.
JOB SHADOW - Students may arrange to visit one of our facilities and observe professional staff in any occupational area of interest. To learn more click here.
RESUME WRITING AND INTERVIEW SKILLS - Ochnser recruiters welcome the opportunity to talk to high school students about the importance of a well written resume. They are also available to share expert interview tips for those looking to enter the working world. Please email for more information.
FIELD TRIPS - Come to one of our Ochsner facilities to experience a hospital setting and visit with a variety of staff members in diverse occupational roles. Click here to request a visit.
OCHSNER HEALTH CAREERS CAMP - A one week summer camp will provide high schools students with insight into a wide range of healthcare careers first-hand to assist in career and college planning. Look for details coming Spring 2010.
STAR (Science Technology Academics and Research) - The STAR program is a free, educational summer camp sponsored by the Academic Division of Ochsner Health System. Activities are designed to fulfill STAR's mission to inspire, educate, and prepare students for the future. The knowledge and skills acquired in the program will provide students with a solid foundation on which to build an advanced education and a successful career in science, medicine, or health care. Click here for more information.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - Would you like to volunteer at one of our hospitals and gain some exposure to healthcare? At Ochsner, we take the time to match each volunteer's interests and skills with departmental needs. Volunteers may choose from a varied choice of patient and non-patient care areas throughout the institution. For requirements and more information, click here.
EDUCATION - For additional educational opportunities, please visit our Community Outreach page. Click here.
