Affiliated Institutions Only: Observership Application

Thank you for your interest in an observership opportunity! Please read the information below carefully before applying:

NOTE: This opportunity is only available to individuals who attend an affiliated institution to Innovative Hematology, Inc. and have confirmed a specific staff member at IHI to serve as their preceptor.

What is an observership? 

As a nationally and internationally recognized hemophilia treatment center, the organization actively supports training for professional colleagues working in related settings and observerships for students considering a career as a physician. We acknowledge that in providing training and observership experiences we must ensure a safe and confidential environment for patients, staff and invitees.

What are the eligibility criteria?

To be eligible for an observership, you must meet one of the following requirements:

• College student seeking exposure to the medical field or hematology
• Demonstrated interest or current trainee in medical school, residency, or fellowship
• Physician or other clinical provider from the U.S. or abroad seeking to expand their knowledge of related fields

What is the timeline for applying?

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; however a minimum of 4-6 weeks notice is required due to clinical schedules and departmental criteria.

What is the length of an observership?

College students may observe for 1-2 days as determined by the organization's ability to meet the needs of the student.  Residents and fellows are generally allowed 2-4 weeks but may vary based on the objectives and availability of the department. 

Requirements

Required application components

NOTE:  You are only permitted one attempt to complete the application.  Please ensure you have all your documents prepared to upload.  This process takes approximately 15 minutes. 

• Complete Online Application and Visiting Colleague/Student Agreement
• Medical License Number if applicable
• Upload Curriculum Vitae (CV), 1-2 pages in length highlighting your education and employment
• Upload Letter of Support from Home Institution as a cover letter**
• **not required for affiliates of IU Med School, MUCOM, Ascension St. Vincent/PMCH, Purdue University School of Pharmacy, Yale University Hematology Fellowship, Franklin College PA Program, or St. Joseph's University - Philadelphia PA Program

Upon acceptance, the following must be completed prior to first day of program:

• Send Malpractice Insurance Certificate to hr@ihtc.org
• Acknowledgement of Center guidelines by return email
• Submission of photo or copy of current student picture ID
• Completion of Healthstream module(s)
• HIPAA log signature upon first day arrival

Failure to timely complete the following as outlined may result in delay or cancellation of observership.

Innovative Hematology and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer