Street Medicine Internship (Spring 2027)

United States·Plymouth Meetingentry

HealthcarePhysician

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Key Responsibilities

Engage with housing-insecure individuals to assess the level of medical care needed. Document and communicate the support needed to the appropriate Street Medicine team partners.

Requirements Summary

Engage with housing-insecure individuals to assess the level of medical care needed. Document and communicate the support needed to the appropriate Street Medicine team partners.

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HealthcarePhysician

Weekly hours to be completed: 8-16 hours
Available internship hours are: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 8am–4pm.

Requirements

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Intern MUST be working on completing a bachelor's degree or master's degree in social services or a health related field.
Graduate students pursuing public health, social services, or health related field are highly competitive candidates for this role.

Excellent organizational skills and basic awareness of common chronic health conditions and social determinants of health.

Strong engagement skills, ability to remain empathetic, and offer emotional support.

Proficiency in, or ability to learn and use Microsoft Office Suite, and an electronic health record.

Reliable method of transportation for community-based work (required).

CPR and First Aid certification is a plus.

Willingness to travel; willingness to meet individuals in various environments, including wooded encampments and street locations.

Responsibilities

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→Engage with housing-insecure individuals to assess the level of medical care needed.

→Document and communicate the support needed to the appropriate Street Medicine team partners.

→Manage patient flow and triage using a waitlist.

→Participate in pre- and post-round care coordination conversations with the Street Medicine Team.

→Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

→Complete documentation as required for care coordination and service delivery.
→Support patient engagement, waiting room triage and management, and documentation.

Basic knowledge of the social determinants of health
Experience with individuals who are unhoused, or with individuals with mental health diagnoses.
Adaptable and flexible to changing work needs.
Skilled in communication with a variety of people, while remaining empathetic.
Willing to be mobile throughout the community and in encampments during various weather conditions.

Direct experience with housing-insecure individuals and care coordination.

Education on engaging with individuals using Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed care, advocacy, and person-centered support.

Participation in a multispecialty integrated care team. This team includes: Primary Care, Emergency Department Physicians, Psychiatry, Community Health Workers, Street Outreach, and Case Management.
Understanding of triage, care coordination, and utilization of resources.

Exposure to common county resources and eligibility requirements.

Insight into how public health issues are addressed and impact the general population.
Learn how social determinants of health directly impact individuals. Also gain perspective on barriers in the healthcare system and how they impact vulnerable populations.
Experience how healthcare, social services providers, and community based providers come together to collaborate and help support individuals in accessing needed services.

A valid US driver’s license for at least two years, not including time with permit is required.
Access to a reliable vehicle during work hours is required. The following requirements must be met:

Any vehicle used for work related travel must have valid registration and inspection stickers.
Valid auto insurance on any vehicle used for work (You will be asked to provide proof that you are a covered driver on the policy).