Internship
The Joint Commission
1,001-5,000 employees
Compensation Overview
$18/hr
Lombard, IL, USA
Required in office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
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- Currently enrolled from an ALA-accredited Library and Information Science master’s degree program
- Assist the library in cataloging materials available both physically and digitally
- Create a searchable catalog of the physical collection/archive
- Assist corporate librarians in cataloging and organizing the print collection and historical archive
- Gain experience working within a health sciences focused library
- Participate in literature searching, quick reference, and interlibrary loan
- Experience in an archive preferred but not required
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Increased demand for telehealth solutions boosts need for Joint Commission accreditation.
- AI integration with EHR systems enhances compliance, aligning with Joint Commission standards.
- Healthcare Sustainability Certification aligns with growing environmental concerns in healthcare.
What critics are saying
- Competition from accrediting bodies like NCQA may impact market share.
- AI compliance tools may reduce reliance on traditional accreditation processes.
- Healthcare Sustainability Certification requires significant resources and market acceptance.
What makes The Joint Commission unique
- The Joint Commission is the oldest healthcare accrediting body, founded in 1951.
- It offers unique certifications like the Healthcare Sustainability Certification launched in 2025.
- The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval is a recognized symbol of quality.
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