GPTLHB Clinical Rotation Program
To be eligible for participation in the GPTLHB Clinical Rotation Program, applicants must have a confirmed preceptor, sponsoring department, academic program, or designated staff sponsor. Applications submitted without an identified placement sponsor will be deemed ineligible and will not proceed through the review process.
The Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board (GPTLHB) Clinical Rotation Program provides undergraduate, graduate, and professional students with meaningful clinical learning opportunities in a variety of healthcare disciplines. Participants gain hands-on experience while working alongside healthcare professionals dedicated to serving the Tribal Nations of the Great Plains. Through these experiences, students develop practical skills, expand their professional knowledge, and gain exposure to culturally responsive healthcare delivery.
Equal Opportunity Statement
GPTLHB is committed to providing equal educational and training opportunities for all qualified applicants and participants. GPTLHB does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, tribal, or local law. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the Clinical Rotation Program may request accommodation in accordance with applicable laws and organizational procedures.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for participation in the GPTLHB Clinical Rotation Program, students must:
- Be enrolled in, or accepted for enrollment in, an accredited college, university, technical school, or professional program and maintain at least half-time student status. Recent graduates may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher.
- Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills appropriate for a clinical learning environment.
- Comply with all program requirements and GPTLHB policies, procedures, confidentiality standards, and professional conduct expectations.
- Demonstrate basic proficiency in technology necessary to complete educational and clinical activities, including:
- Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook);
- Email communication and file attachments; and
- General internet and web-based applications.
Additional Requirements
Students selected for a clinical rotation may be required to complete additional onboarding and compliance requirements before beginning their placement, including:
- Background screening;
- Drug screening;
- Required immunization and health clearance documentation; including most recent COVID-19
- HIPAA and confidentiality training;
- Organizational orientation and mandatory training; and
- Other requirements as determined by GPTLHB, the academic institution, or the clinical placement site.
Skills Required
- Confirmed preceptor, sponsoring department, academic program, or designated staff sponsor
- Enrollment in or acceptance to an accredited college, university, technical school, or professional program
- Maintain at least half-time student status
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Effective verbal and written communication skills appropriate for a clinical learning environment
- Compliance with program requirements, policies, procedures, confidentiality standards, and professional conduct expectations
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, email communication, file attachments, and general internet or web-based applications
- Background screening
- Drug screening
- Required immunization and health clearance documentation, including most recent COVID-19 requirements
- HIPAA and confidentiality training
- Organizational orientation and mandatory training
What We Do
Great Plains Tribal Leader’s Health Board (GPTLHB) provides key advocacy for its constituents in order for them to have access to the highest quality, most comprehensive, and up-to-date health resources available in the areas of research, education, technical assistance, prevention, and outreach.
