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Shadow Program

Career observation for future healthcare professionals

University Medical Center New Orleans is proud to offer a Career Observation Program for individuals exploring a future in healthcare and professionals looking to determine if UMC is where they might want to work. This unique Shadow Program opportunity allows individuals to observe our dedicated medical staff and employees as they deliver compassionate, high-quality care.

Designed to support informed career decisions, this program allows participants to observe the day-to-day responsibilities, work environment, and professional interactions within their area of interest. Through this experience, observers gain valuable insight into the education and training required for various roles, explore potential career paths, and model professional behavior through firsthand observation.

To participate, individuals must be sponsored by a credentialed member of our medical staff or a UMCNO department director. All requests are reviewed based on the applicant’s qualifications and the hospital’s capacity to accommodate observers.

Completed applications and required documents (PDF format) should be emailed to UMCEducation@lcmchealth.org.

Shadow Application Form

Eligibility requirements
  • High school students 15 years and up to undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare
  • To shadow in specialty care areas (ie. Critical Care or Emergency Department) applicant must be >16 years old and requires approval of the CMO or designee
  • Excluded: Learners enrolled or previously enrolled in medical school. All learners approved to participate in clinical experiences at LCMC as part of a currently executed Academic Affiliation agreement (i.e. Nursing school). All international and non-US citizens.
Observer application required documents
  • Observer/Job shadow application
  • Copies of all required immunization records, including a negative TB test.
  • Observer confidentiality agreement
  • Statement agreement and agreement of roles and responsibilities
  • Sponsor acknowledgement form
  • Observer code of conduct policy
  • Copy of a valid state or federal ID
Physicians and Medical Students

To schedule a shadowing shift, please email LCMCAcademicAffairs@lcmchealth.org.

Physicians, Residents, and Medical Students are not required to complete the
application.

LCMC Health employee observer /Job shadow

This is for current LCMC Health employees that are looking to see if a specific department in UMC would be a good fit for them. This must be approved by the unit leader as part of the job interview process.

  • Observer confidentiality agreement
  • Statement of agreement and acknowledgment of roles and responsibilities
  • Sponsor acknowledgement form
  • Leader code of conduct policy
  • Sponsor acknowledgement form

Looking for a more generalized volunteer experience in a healthcare environment?

Our volunteer program offers a meaningful way to support patients, visitors, and hospital staff while gaining exposure to the hospital environment. Volunteers assist with non-clinical needs that help create a welcoming and supportive atmosphere throughout our facility.

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