Friday, April 4, 2025

Hello future health professionals! 

This is a jam-packed newsletter with a little something for everyone! 

We are getting closer to application submission time for many health professional schools! Please see below for great resources for PA, Nursing, Vet, and Med!

Please come to the Admitted Med Student Panel from GW Pre-Health Advising, details below.

Also check out great events and opportunities from GW Occupational Therapy, GW Black Girl Pre-Health Collective, GW Career Services, and GW Office of Student Outreach and Support! 

Admitted Med Student Panel – GW Pre-Health Advising

Calling all Pre-Med students! Are you curious about the application and admissions process for health professional schools? If so, don’t miss this valuable opportunity!

Join us for a virtual panel discussion featuring GW students and alumni who have been admitted to medical schools. They will share their experiences, insights, and advice to help you navigate the application journey.

When? 5-6 PM EDT, Monday, April 21, 2025

Where? Virtual on Zoom

To register, click here!

We look forward to seeing you there! 

First Annual Black Pre-Health Conference

Brought to you by The Black Girl Pre-Health Collective. This event aims to empower and equip aspiring healthcare professionals. It's designed to address the unique challenges faced by Black students on their journey to becoming healthcare leaders. During the conference there will be a keynote speaker, two healthcare panels (professionals and graduate students), and breakout sessions to allow attendees to explore various healthcare fields and get advice on how to succeed.

9 AM - 4 PM on Friday, April 11 

Milken School of Public Health

Registration link: https://form.jotform.com/250844948602160

Site Visit: CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield 

Friday, April 11 
2pm-4pm 
In-Person
Registration Required: Click Here! 

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is the largest healthcare insurer in the Mid-Atlantic region, serving 3.5 million members and has been in business for 85+ years. We are a Not-for-Profit Organization and are committed to serving and giving back to the community. Our Strategy & Growth division will be accepting internship applications for our Summer 2025 program, spanning the company's venture capital, management consulting, marketing and communications, and strategic marketing functions. 

GWU Occupational Therapy (OT) Open House

The GW Occupational Therapy and Student Occupational Therapy Association are hosting a GW OT Open House event for GW undergraduate students who are interested in or considering pursuing a career in OT.

On April 15 at 5:00 PM

In GW OT suite

At 2600 Virginia Ave NW, Suite T100

Washington DC 20037

We will have GW OT students and faculty speaking about their experiences in OT, why they chose to pursue the profession, and talk a little bit about GW's graduate OTD program. There will also be time for attendees to chat or ask questions with GW OT students and faculty to increase understanding of the profession and why OT may be a great career fit for them.

Register here: https://forms.gle/s86qCm553uFs6dK18

AAPA Webinar - CASPA

The CASPA cycle for PA school applications opens soon! Applicants can take advantage of our expert-led CASPA webinar on 4/22 and the Become a PA Workshop on 5/17.

Mastering CASPA: Step-by-Step Support for a Standout Application

Tuesday, April 22nd at 7-8pm ET

Free registration! 

Applying to PA school can feel overwhelming, but with the right strategy, you can stand out in the competitive CASPA application process. Join us for an in-depth webinar with founder of The PA Platform Savanna Perry, PA-C, as she breaks down each section of CASPA, shares expert tips on crafting a compelling personal statement, and helps you avoid common mistakes.

AAVMC In-Person Veterinary Admissions Fair

Grand Hyatt Washington, Washington, DC
Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 1-5pm ET
Free to attend. Register here.

This event offers students the chance to connect directly with representatives from 25 veterinary schools to explore admissions requirements, academic programs, and career pathways in veterinary medicine.

We're also excited to feature Dr. Michelle Schack (Diarydoc) as our keynote speaker! Dr. Schack, a practicing veterinarian and social media influencer, will share her experiences, insights, and advice for future veterinary professionals.

This is an incredible opportunity for students to gain firsthand knowledge, ask questions, and network with veterinary school representatives in a dynamic, in-person setting.

Preparing and Strengthening Your NursingCAS Application Webinar

The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) invites you to attend the Preparing and Strengthening Your NursingCAS Application webinar on Thursday, April 17, from 2 - 3 pm ET. Join us to learn more about the NursingCAS application. Save your spot and register today!

Webinar content includes:

A detailed overview of the NursingCAS application

Guidance on requesting fee waivers, transcripts, and submitting coursework entry

Answers to FAQs (application statuses, references, etc.)

Tips to avoid common mistakes

Recommendations to ensure quick application processing times

Resources available for NursingCAS applicants

TMDSAS Pre-Application Workshops

We’re kicking off the series this week with livestream sessions on YouTube designed to help applicants get a strong start on their application with guidance straight from the TMDSAS team. Catch the recordings if they can’t join live.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel @TexasHealthEducationService to stay updated on upcoming sessions.

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Student Health Professions Fair at the 2025 NEAAHP Conference!

This free, in-person event offers a one-day, mini-conference experience, with sessions on exploring health professions and navigating the application process. Students will also have the chance to network with admissions representatives during the Health Professions Expo.

Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Location: Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor, 401 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201

Register Here

GW Student Staff Positions - Paid Work

The GW Office of Student Outreach and Support (SOS) is currently hiring for THREE different paid FWS student staff positions for Fall 2025. 

SOS Front Desk Assistant

First point of contact for visitors to the SOS office, including greeting visitors, responding to inquiries, and assisting with other office tasks. 

6-10 hours per week

The Store Manager

Support daily operations in the Store, GW's food pantry, by helping to meet and greet shoppers, enforce pantry policy, check shoppers in and out, receive and report shopper feedback, ensure cleanliness, restock items, and perform daily health and safety inspections.

8-10 hours per week

Wellbeing Coordinator

Lead targeted and specific health promotion programming and content creation on a variety of different health topics, including sexual health, substance use, mental health, and general wellbeing

8-10 hours per week

If you are interested in applying to any of these positions, check out this link! For any questions, email wellbeing@gwu.edu.

Chesapeake Urology - Medical Assistant Position

Chesapeake Urology is working to fill a medical assistant position in their Rockville, MD office. Pre-health graduates are encouraged to apply.

Why this is a great position for pre-health graduates:

Active direct patient care experience

Working directly with physicians

Job Shadowing/Mentorship

Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees

This is a full-time position (Monday - Friday).

Learn more about the position and apply here!

Full-Time Medical Assistant - South Riding Pediatrics

South Riding Pediatrics is seeking to fill a Medical Assistant position at their South Riding, VA practice. This opportunity is open to pre-health graduates taking a gap year. 

Why this is a great position for pre-health graduates:

Provide for the health and well-being of children and their families through comprehensive, compassionate, quality pediatric care.

Work in a trustworthy, supportive, and respectful environment.

Partner with families and the community at large to promote pediatric wellness, with an emphasis on prevention and education.

Gain relevant work experience

Join a practice that has been on their area's annual “Top Doctors” lists, including Washingtonian Magazine and Northern Virginia Magazine.

Monday - Friday | 7:30am - 5:00pm | Rotating weekends

Learn more about the position and apply here!

Medical Assistant/Foxhall Women's Health

Gynecological office in northwest DC seeking full-time medical assistants to begin work in April-May 2025. We're looking for candidates who are premed or pre-PA with excellent critical thinking skills, attention to detail, dedication to providing high-quality patient care, and customer service skills. If you're professional, dedicated, and excited to learn and grow, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
 Facilitating the daily flow of patients in the clinic, including rooming patients, recording vitals, collecting a brief history, and updating the patient’s chart.
 Assisting providers during exams and procedures.
 Communicating patient observations and statuses to providers.
 Communicating laboratory results to patients.
 Responding to electronic/phone patient questions and medication refill requests.
 Working with in-house phlebotomist and performing phlebotomy as-needed.
 Administering intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
 Processing samples for laboratory analysis.
 Stocking and preparing exam rooms and procedure trays.
 Scheduling appointments as needed.
 Ensuring compliance with practice policies, HIPAA, and OSHA standards.
Qualifications:
 Bachelors’ degree with premedical coursework, including anatomy and medical terminology.
 Patient care experience or customer service experience.
 Experience processing lab samples, performing phlebotomy, administering injections preferred, but not required.
 Basic computer knowledge, experience with electronic medical records preferred but not required.
 Interest in women’s health.
Job Details:
 Schedule: M-F 8:15 am – 4:30 pm
 Pay starting at $23.00/hour
 401k, health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO
If interested, please submit a resume and cover letter to our practice administrator, Rachael Gerstel at rgerstel@foxhallwomenshealth.com.

 Medical Assistant  - Elite Dermatology and Esthetics 

Office Address: 8100 Boone Blvd, Vienna, VA 22182

Contact: jobs@ederme.com

Elite Dermatology and Esthetics is a single physician, dermatology office in Tysons, VA. We are seeking a candidate for a Medical Assistant position. We are looking for motivated candidates who are eager to learn and adapt, are good communicators and are detail oriented. We pride ourselves in our quality of care and our medical assistants are an integral part in achieving this outstanding level of care.

Start Date: April 2025. 

Duties:

-Bringing patients to the rooms, collecting medical information, and preparing them for examination.

-Scribing the visit using our electronic medical record.

-Assisting with office procedures: Biopsies, injections, excisions, cosmetic procedures and others.

-Collecting and routing laboratory specimens.

-Keeping supplies ready by placing orders and verifying receipts.

-Cleaning, sterilizing and preparing instruments per protocol.

-Securing patient information and maintaining patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.

-Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities

-Adhering to professional standards, office policies and procedures.

-Using computer applications.

-Helping patients by providing information, services, and assistance.

-Filling out insurance forms and prior authorizations.

-Relaying patient instructions as directed by the physician.

-Transmitting prescriptions as directed.

-Removing sutures and changing dressings.

-Checking voicemails, phone calls, and emails throughout the day. All must be taken care of and updated in the electronic medical record by the end of shift.

-Other duties as assigned

*Salary is based on experience, starting at $19/hour if the candidate has minimal prior experience. 

*Prior experience is prefered.

*Minimum 1 year commitment is required. 

Have a question? Reach out to us today.