Clinical Rotations

Learning with Hale County Hospital

Hale County Hospital is committed to helping shape the future of healthcare and rural health through our medical, allied health, and community health education and training programs. As part of this mission, we offer clinical rotation opportunities for students at various stages of their training to learn within our community-focused healthcare environment.

We take great pride in supporting the development of the next generation of healthcare professionals and community health leaders. Through hands-on experiences and mentorship, students gain valuable insight into the delivery of high-quality, rural, community-based healthcare.

We invite students to join us and gain a deeper understanding of how healthcare systems can effectively serve rural communities.

Rotation Opportunities for MD/DO, PA, and NP Students

  • Our clinical clerkship offers students hands-on experience in a rural healthcare setting, working alongside our medical providers and staff while caring for a diverse patient population.

    The rotation focuses on patient-centered care, preventive medicine, and chronic disease management. Students develop clinical skills through direct patient interaction, case discussions, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

    This experience is ideal for students interested in rural health and primary care.

    Students may complete their rotation at either of our outpatient clinics in Greensboro, Alabama, or Moundville, Alabama.

  • The Emergency Medicine Clinical Clerkship at Hale County Hospital offers students hands-on experience in a rural emergency department. Under the guidance of experienced emergency providers, students encounter a wide range of acute medical conditions, trauma cases, and critical care situations.

    This rotation emphasizes rapid decision-making, procedural skills, and effective teamwork in high-pressure environments while providing insight into emergency care within a rural community setting.

  • Hale County Hospital offers clinical clerkship opportunities in Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry as well as Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Rotations take place in outpatient psychiatry clinics and nursing home settings, providing students with hands-on experience diagnosing and managing a variety of mental health conditions.

    Students gain a deeper understanding of mental health care across the lifespan, with an emphasis on the unique needs of rural and community-based populations. This rotation is ideal for those interested in community-focused psychiatry and patient-centered care.

  • This four-week elective offers health professions students the opportunity to explore rural healthcare through both clinical and community-based experiences. Students spend time at Hale County Hospital (HCH) learning about hospital operations, patient care, and the challenges and opportunities of rural health systems.

    Students also work with Project Horseshoe Farm (HSF), a community health nonprofit serving vulnerable populations. Through this experience, students apply the biopsychosocial model of care while gaining insight into how social determinants of health influence outcomes in underserved communities.

    Clinical rotations at Hale County Hospital may include:

    • Psychiatry

    • Family Medicine (outpatient clinic, hospital rounds, Primary Care Plus, and HALO Aesthetics Clinic)

    Community experiences with Project Horseshoe Farm may include:

    • Community Center Programs

    • Youth Programs

    • Women’s Housing Program

    • Health Partners

    • Nursing Home Programs

    To learn more about Project Horseshoe Farm, please visit their website.

Clinical Rotation FAQs

  • Students:

    Complete the Clinical Rotation Interest Form at least two months prior to the start of your desired rotation.

    Email hch.edu@halecohosp.com to notify our team that you have submitted your request and to begin the review process.

    Schools and Program Coordinators:

    Please contact hch.edu@halecohosp.com for information about coordinating clinical rotations with Hale County Hospital.

    *Please note: All spots for the Family Medicine are filled for the Summer 2026 and Fall 2026 terms. All spots for Psychiatry NP/PA rotations are currently filled for the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 terms.

  • At Hale County Hospital, we take pride in providing high-quality, hands-on training for future healthcare professionals while offering a unique opportunity to experience rural, community-centered medicine.

    Students who complete rotations with us have the opportunity to:

    • Gain hands-on clinical experience alongside dedicated healthcare providers

    • Learn how healthcare systems interact with community health and social determinants of health

    • Experience rural healthcare delivery firsthand

    • Live and learn alongside other students and Fellows committed to improving community health

    • Be part of a culture that emphasizes relationship-building and patient-centered care

  • Yes, to secure housing during your rotation, please contact sarah.hallmark@projecthsf.org.

    Available housing options involve shared housing with other young, health-focused students.

  • Greensboro, Alabama may be a small town, but it has a vibrant and welcoming community. On any given evening, you might find people playing pickleball, enjoying local restaurants, or attending community events such as bingo, trivia, karaoke, or live music.

    Greensboro is also home to students from Auburn University’s Rural Studio architecture program and Fellows from Project Horseshoe Farm’s Community Health Fellowship, creating a strong community of young people in town.

    Health professions students will have opportunities to connect with others through pickleball evenings, ultimate frisbee gatherings, and other social activities, all while sharing a commitment to improving the health and well-being of the community.

    To learn more about Greensboro and the surrounding area, click the attached link to view additional town information.

  • We are happy to assist with questions from students, schools, and program coordinators interested in rotation opportunities at Hale County Hospital.

    For additional questions about clinical rotations, availability, or the application process, please contact our team at hch.edu@halecohosp.com