Employment Opportunities

The Absentee Shawnee Tribal (AST) Health System is a tribally owned healthcare corporation that services both AST and other Native American Tribal Members.  We are offering internship positions with the prospect of attracting and locally growing our own talent for a career in a healthcare profession, either locally or within the state. 

• Work with staff on policy research/development issues in a timely manner.
• Attend and record meetings and assist in preparation of minutes/agendas.
• Assist in advancing initiatives to expand healthcare initiatives/community outreach.
• Assist in all areas as assigned with administrative support/assistance in all clinics.
• Assist in clinical areas as per guidance of directors/professional staff.
• Call patients and family members for appointments/surveys.
• Assist in healthcare operations as needed by department managers/staff.
• Intern will comply with all health system and tribal policies and procedures.
• Must comply with CDC and OSHA requirements for COVID protocols while working in a healthcare clinic setting; must be fully vaccinated as identified by the CDC.
• Cultural immersion activities are numerous and participation in at least one event or more are expected as part of the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Currently enrolled or actively seeking enrollment in a College or University Professional degree program or vocational program in a healthcare related field with any of the area vo-techs.

• Knowledge of fundamental concepts and practices relevant to the field.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office— Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to perform diverse takes or projects as needed.
• Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

• Twenty hours/week Monday-Friday. May be some evening/weekend hours. A schedule of sharing time between the health system’s locations will be developed before the internship begins but is subject to change based on circumstances.  Intern must be flexible in their support/assistance to departments. 
• Prolonged sitting, standing, or walking; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, and stooping; good finger dexterity and sensory perception; frequent repetitive motions; as well as talking, hearing, and visual acuity are required.
• Frequent lifting (up to 25 lbs)
• Occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs)

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (AST) is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates. AST will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments.