Posted 5d ago

Medical Sales & Patient Outreach Intern

@ OhioGuidestone
Lorain, Ohio, United States
OnsiteAll Commitments Available
Responsibilities:developing outreach, building relationships, educating patients
Requirements Summary:Current student or recent graduate with interest in healthcare, marketing, and community outreach; strong communication; self-motivated; able to engage with community; basic marketing or sales interest.
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OhioGuidestone has launched a new initiative to bring primary physical health services to compliment the behavioral health services we traditionally offer!  We have a newly established health center focused on an integrated, whole-person approach to care—addressing physical, mental, and preventive health needs in a collaborative setting.  We strive to improve patient outcomes by combining compassionate care with innovative outreach and education.
We are seeking a motivated and personable student intern interested in healthcare, sales, and community engagement. This role provides hands-on experience in medical sales strategies, patient outreach, and practice growth. The intern will play a key role in increasing patient volume by building relationships, promoting services, and supporting marketing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in developing and executing patient outreach strategies to increase awareness and appointments
  • Build relationships with local businesses, community organizations, gyms, and schools
  • Educate potential patients and partners about the center’s integrated, whole-person care model
  • Support referral network development with other healthcare providers
  • Conduct market research to identify target demographics and growth opportunities
  • Assist with social media, email campaigns, and promotional events
  • Track outreach efforts and help analyze effectiveness of marketing strategies
  • Provide general administrative support related to patient acquisition efforts
Learning Objectives:
  • Gain real-world experience in medical sales and healthcare marketing
  • Understand patient acquisition strategies in a clinical setting
  • Develop communication, networking, and relationship-building skills
  • Learn how integrated care models are positioned and promoted in the market
  • Build confidence in professional outreach and sales conversations
Qualifications:
  • Current student or recent graduate (Business, Marketing, Pre-Med, Biology, Public Health, or related field preferred)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Interest in healthcare, wellness, or medical sales
  • Self-motivated, organized, and eager to learn
  • Comfortable engaging with community members and professionals
Preferred Skills (Not Required):
  • Experience with social media or marketing tools
  • Basic understanding of healthcare systems or patient care models
  • Sales, customer service, or outreach experience
Benefits:
  • Hands-on mentorship from healthcare and business professionals
  • Real-world exposure to medical sales and practice growth strategies
  • Networking opportunities within the healthcare community
  • Letter of recommendation upon successful completion
  • Potential for future employment opportunities
At OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.

 

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