Healthcare Careers

Find Your Path in Healthcare

The Healthcare Workforce Pipeline (HWP) helps people in Southwest Colorado explore healthcare career pathways, connect with local employers, and access real tools to take the next step in their career.

Opportunity Starts Here

Healthcare is one of the most in-demand and rewarding industries in our region. From mental health to dental care, patient services to administrative support, the opportunities are broad and growing.

As we build new training opportunities, we can currently connect you with trusted resources to support your journey. That includes:

Career exploration tools
Job search support and resume guidance
Information about scholarships and training programs
Local job openings and employer connections
One-on-one support

You don’t need a degree or previous experience to get started! Just curiosity and a willingness to learn. If you’ve ever thought about working in healthcare, this is a great place to begin.

HWP Internship Fund

The HWP Internship Fund is a workforce development initiative designed to support Region 9 healthcare employers in creating paid internship opportunities while strengthening the region’s talent pipeline.

This Internship Fund provides up to $3,000 per internship to eligible host organizations. Funding is provided upfront once the application has been approved and the intern has been identified and confirmed. Host organizations hire the intern directly, define the scope of work, and supervise the intern throughout the experience.

Eligible applicants include independent providers in the healthcare sector, who are serving Southwest Colorado’s Region 9. Internships are not limited by student enrollment status, and employers may hire any emerging professional who is a strong fit for the role.

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Get in Touch

Interested in exploring a career in healthcare? Fill out our contact form and we’ll follow up with next steps tailored to you and your goals.

About HWP

The Healthcare Workforce Pipeline program is led by Axis Health System and is managed in collaboration with Project RUN, La Plata Economic Development Alliance, Fort Lewis College, and the Southwest Colorado Education Collaborative—local partners committed to helping members of our community access quality careers and long-term opportunity.