Intern of the Week: Manisha Kaveri

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 19:42:05 -0400
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Name: Manisha Kaveri

Pronouns: she/her

Semester of Internship: Spring 2024

Major: Health Information Technology

Current Class Level: Master’s Student

This semester I completed a(n)...: Internship

Internship, Co-op, or Research Site (Company/Organization Name): LL Credentialing

Location of the Organization (City, State): Dallas, Texas

Title of position: Credentialing Specialist

Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities:
As a credentialing specialist intern, I focused primarily on ensuring that healthcare professionals achieve all applicable regulations and standards for their employment within the organization. I regularly confirm qualifications including education, experience, certificates, and licenses. To gather or verify information, this calls for careful record-keeping and communication with educational institutions, licensing boards, and certifying authorities. I am in charge of keeping thorough records of all credentials, adding up-to-date information to databases and software programs, and keeping an eye on adherence to organizational and legal requirements.

Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?
My internship as a credentialing specialist was acquired through a unique method that involved a LinkedIn connection and previous work experience. My employer and I first connected on LinkedIn. I got to know her when I worked with her at my previous job. I kept in touch with my employer professionally after we connected on LinkedIn by engaging in part in conversations about healthcare and credentialing. My future employer mentioned the internship possibility for credentialing work within their organization at some time during our professional engagement. I expressed interest in applying for the role as soon as I learned about the internship opportunity. After reviewing my application, my employer scheduled an interview virtually to further assess my qualifications, skills, and fit for the role. I was given an offer for the internship after the interview procedure. I accepted the offer and started getting ready for the internship after going over the agreements and talking about any important specifics.

What resources did you use to find your current experience?
LinkedIn or other social media

What have you enjoyed the most about your position and organization?
The areas of my job and company that I have liked the most are the chances for further education, the cooperative team atmosphere, and the assistance with career development. I feel fulfilled and satisfied with my work generally because of these factors.

How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?
Through my efforts, I have improved provider satisfaction, facilitated effective processes, ensured compliance, and contributed to organizational success.

What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?
Seek guidance, insights, and internship possibilities from instructors, former students, family friends, and other acquaintances. One useful tool for locating internship opportunities is networking.

Please provide a short reflection or quote about what you liked most about your position / earning internship credit / working with the Career Center.
My internship as a credentialing specialist has been a precious opportunity that has helped the essential healthcare industry and given me possibilities for practical learning. Getting credit for my internship not only confirms that my efforts are being recognized academically for practical abilities, but it also honors my hard work. Working with the Career Center has been helpful. They have provided me with direction and encouragement as I've traveled through my career.

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