Shadowing in the South Denver Metro Region

Highlands Ranch Hospital | Inverness Ambulatory Surgery Center | Steadman Hawkins| Lone Tree

Welcome and thank you for your interest in a shadowing experience at UCHealth South Denver Metro area. UCHealth is proud of the excellent care we provide to our patients and values the opportunity to educate future clinical, administrative, and research leaders. This program allows you to observe health care professionals in action, learn about hospital operations, and gain insight into quality and innovation in patient care.

Please carefully review the information below before applying. These requirements help ensure a safe, educational experience while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, security, and privacy.

Program Highlights

Shadowing is limited to 12 hours per calendar year.
Applicants must be 18 years or older.
Shadowing is an observation experience only. No hands-on patient care, procedures, or case advising is permitted.

Shadowing is voluntary and cannot be used for academic or clinical credit.
Applicants are responsible for coordinating dates and times with their sponsor prior to submitting an application.

Shadowing Application Process

Step 1: Find a Sponsor

Your application cannot be processed until you have identified a UCHealth sponsor.

If you do not already have a sponsor:

Visit uchealth.org.
Scroll to Patient Support (bottom of the page) and search for a doctor, location, or specialty.
Contact the provider or department directly to inquire about shadowing opportunities and confirm who your sponsor will be.

Step 2: Coordinate the Details

Work with your sponsor to finalize:

Date(s) of shadowing
Start and end times
Location/department

Please confirm all these details with your sponsor before submitting an application.

Step 3: Gather Required Documents

Have electronic copies of the following documents ready to upload:

Valid photo ID (Driver's License, Passport, State ID, or Visa).
Immunization records for MMR, Tdap, and Varicella (or positive titer results).
Proof of a negative TB test taken within the last year.
Seasonal flu vaccine record (required if shadowing October-May).

UCHealth employees are exempt from providing health records except for proof of flu vaccination and their employee ID.

Step 4: Submit Application

Complete the online application form and upload all required documents.

If you are shadowing over multiple dates, submit a seperate application for each date.

Step 5: Application Review

Please allow up to 7 days for our team for review. We verify that:

All required documentation has been submitted.
Health records meet program requirements.
Required information is complete and legible.
The requested experience complies with program policies.

Step 6: Sponsor Agreement

After submitting your application:

Your Sponsor will receive a confirmation email containing a Sponsor Agreement .
The Sponsor Agreement must be completed at least 7 business days prior to the date of shadow.
It is the Shadower's responsibility to ensure their sponsor completes the agreement - Your application cannot be approved until your sponsor completes the Sponsor Agreement

Step 6: Receive Confirmation

Once all requirements have been approved, both you and your sponsor will receive a confirmation with:

Instructions for picking up your shadowing badge.
Guidance on where to check in and log your shadowing hours (required).

Additional Notes

Applications must be fully completed and approved at least seven business days before the requested shadowing date.
Incomplete applications or missing documetnation may delay or prevent approval.
Shadowing may not begin until written approval has been received.

For questions, please contact: HRHVolunteers@uchealth.org

New User Details

User ID

User ID (verify)

Password

Password (verify)

Applicant Information

* First name

Middle initial

* Last name

* Address:

Apartment #

* City:

State

Zip code:

* DOB (MM/DD/YYYY)

* Email: Use UCHealth email if you are a staff member

* Cell Phone (xxx-xxx-xxxx)

Education & Background

Current Status

* School Name

* Degree/Major:

Current Student?

If you are a Physician or Provider:

Please list the name of your medical center, hospital, or practice:

Do you currently work at an Academic Medical Center?

Emergency Contact

Please provide the name and number of someone we may contact in case of an emergency.

* Name:

* Phone:

* Relationship

Shadowing Information

Select the type of shadowing application:

Where will this shadowing take place?

If you answered Other, enter the name of the facility or location where you are applying to shadow:

Will any portion of this shadowing experience take place in the Operation Room (OR)?

* Date of Shadowing Visit (1 date per application)

* Start time (Please use military time)

* End Time (please use military time)

* Total hours cannot exceed 12 hours in a year. If you are scheduled to shadow across multiple days, please complete a new shadow application for each date. ** Please ensure the total shadowing hours requested matches the time between your start and end time** Number of shadowing hours requested for this event:

*  Why do you wish to shadow with UCHealth? (What is the purpose of the shadow experience? Please provide detail.)

Sponsor Information

* UCHealth Sponsor Name

* UCHealth Sponsor Email Address (please double check spelling)

* UCHealth Sponsor Phone Number

* UCHealth Department Shadowing: Please enter the department or unit where shadow is taking place:

Health Information Upload

Please note: this is not an automated process, please allow time for application and document review

* Copy of a current US Photo ID, passport, or UCHealth Employee badge

* Results of a negative Tuberculosis (TB) test completed in the last 12 months. Acceptable TB tests include: Skin test (PPD) Blood test (Quantiferon Gold)Chest x-ray with report

* Required immunization documentation (MMR, Tdap, and Varicella): Upload documentation showing a completed vaccination series or positive immunity (titer) results. Multiple upload fields are available below if needed. MMR: Measles, Mumps, and Rubella TdAP: Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis Varicella: Chickenpox  

Required immunization records (additional upload if needed) MMR, Tdap, and Varicella - completed immunization series or positive titers.

Shadower Agreement / E-Signature

I certify that the information provided in this document is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that UCHealth staff may verify this information. I acknowledge that any misrepresentation or omission may result in my removal from, or termination of participation in, the Shadowing Program.

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Signature

After you click 'Submit' you will be redirected to your shadowing portal.

Next Steps: Please access your account and complete the facility orientation & quiz and the listed agreements. All steps must be completed at least 7 business days prior to your shadowing date. Please inform your Sponsor to expect an email asking them to acknowledge and approve the date and time of your shadowing request.

You will receive a confirmation once your application is processed.

Please check your SPAM folder and add HRHVolunteers@uchealth.org to your contact list to avoid missing our emails.