AI Intern – Hospice & Palliative Care (AI Agent Deployment & Automation)

Overview

Care Hospice is modernizing its clinical and operational systems through the adoption of MatrixCare and advanced AI technologies. We are seeking an AI Intern to support the deployment of AI agents and automation solutions that enhance speed to care, improve documentation quality, and increase operational efficiency across hospice and palliative care services. This role offers hands-on experience applying AI in a real-world healthcare environment with meaningful impact on patient care.

 

This role is designed for a student currently attending a local college or university, as periodic in-office collaboration is required. The internship offers a hybrid schedule, balancing on-site work with remote flexibility.

 

Location: Charlottesville, VA (Hybrid; some in-office presence required)Type: Internship (Part-time 15-20/hours per week)

 

Who we are:

At Care Hospice, we're not just a company; we're a team united by a common goal – providing exceptional hospice and palliative care to those in need. We take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. At Care Hospice, we look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it’s about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy AI agents to support referral intake, triage, and clinical documentation
• Automate clinical and administrative workflows to reduce operational burden
• Support predictive analytics initiatives related to patient needs and care planning
• Assist with automation for compliance monitoring and quality assurance reviews
• Integrate AI tools and agents into MatrixCare workflows
• Collaborate with clinical, operational, and IT stakeholders on AI-driven solutions

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or a related field
• Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs), Natural Language Processing (NLP), or automation tools
• Familiarity with APIs and Python
• Interest in or exposure to healthcare, clinical systems, or regulated environments preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process