Monday, May 8, 2023

GW Pre-Health Updates; University of Maryland School of Medicine Open House; AAMC MCAT Webinar; Clinical Jobs!

Are you looking to schedule a pre-health advising appointment?

Please check back in with us in mid-June. 

In the meantime, please email any questions you have to prehealth@gwu.edu and check out our website for more information!

Are you a new student? Here are your next steps:

The UMSOM Office of Admissions is hosting another Open House for Prospective Students on Wednesday, June 7th. Can you please share with your students?  Thank you kindly.

Wednesday, June 7th – University of Maryland School of Medicine Prospective Student Open House

*Hybrid event (in-person seating is limited)

*Prospective students must register to attend in person or virtually.

AAMC - Preparing for the MCAT Exam - June 6, 2023 3:00 EST

Preparing for the MCAT® Exam? Join us at our next webinar for an overview of the AAMC MCAT Official Prep resources and get tips on how to use them to create an effective study plan. Sign up to kickstart your exam preparation today!

Pre-Dental Volunteer Opportunity (Administrative) - Washington, D.C. 

Community of Hope is looking for a couple of volunteers to support some of our administrative work in our dental department.  We think this would be a great opportunity for pre- dental students.  Could you please help spread this opportunity?

Support an amazing DC nonprofit!  Get some important behind-the-scenes experience in Community of Hope’s Dental Department by performing critical administrative tasks like scanning documents, restocking exam rooms, and preparing take home kits for patients. 

Opportunity located in our SW and/or NW health center locations.

Flexible times during the workweek.  

Contact Lauren Cranman, lcranman@cohdc.org to learn more.

Comprehensive Laser & Aesthetics - Clinical Assistant Position - Columbia, MD

Comprehensive Laser & Aesthetics has posted on CapYear looking to fill a Clinical Assistant position. Pre-health graduates and pending spring 2023 graduates encouraged to apply. No medical assistant certificate is required.  Part-time opportunities are available with a minimum of 25 hours a week.   

Comprehensive Laser & Aesthetics is a premier Medical aesthetic laser practice in Columbia, MD. They specialize in laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, laser acne and surgical scar removal and skin rejuvenation. Our mission is to make it easy and convenient to schedule an appointment while being treated in a safe and efficient manner.

Why this is a great position for pre-health graduates

-Pre-med, pre-PA, pre-nursing students welcome.

-Part-time availability

-Clinical, hands-on experience

-No medical assistant certification required

-The position is in Columbia, MD

Position Summary:

-Greet patients and prepare them for their appointments

-Perform basic vital signs and measurements

-Assist with medical procedures as needed

-Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records

-Provide excellent patient care and customer service

-Answer phones and schedule appointments

-Perform administrative tasks as assigned 

Lung and Sleep Institute - Medical Assistant Position - White Plains, MD

The Lung and Sleep Institute is working with CapYear to fill a Medical Assistant position. Pre-health graduates and pending spring 2023 graduates encouraged to apply. No medical assistant certificate is required.  Full and part-time opportunities are available.   

At the Lung and Sleep Institute patients can get innovative and preventive care for all types of lung conditions and chronic sleep disorders. This state-of-the-art clinic offers all diagnostic and treatment solutions for the most complex lung and sleep issues.

Why this is a great position for pre-health graduates

-Assist physicians, nurses, and other medical staff

-Full and part-time availability

-Clinical, hands-on patient care experience

-No medical assistant certification required

The position is in White Plains, MD

Position Summary:

• Cleans treatment rooms following patient examinations

• Interviews patients to obtain their medical history

• Records patient medical history, vitals, and test results in patient medical files

• Performs screening tests, such as height and weight measurements and blood pressure checks

• Purchases and maintains supplies and equipment

• Cleans and sterilizes medical equipment and instruments

Medical Assistant Position (Full-time) - Dermatology - Dr. Nancy Aria - Alexandria, VA

Dr. Aria is a Dermatologist who runs a private practice located at 2865 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. 

Dr. Aria is currently looking for motivated individuals who recently graduated from university and are looking to gain paid experience before future endeavors in the medical and related fields. To give you some insight into the position, you would be acting as both a scribe and medical assistant with a mix of administrative tasks. The office is a small practice run by Dr. Aria, so you get a lot of one-on -one experience working with the doctor.

We are currently looking to hire a full time medical assistant with at least a one year commitment (no medical assistant license required).  

Please reach out with your resume and cover letter for all those interested to:  nancyaria1@gmail.com