Thursday, June 6th, 2024

Virtual Admissions Information Session for George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences

This is a general overview of the admissions process presented by the MD Program Office of Admissions.

Wednesday, June 12th at 3:00 pm EST

For more information: https://smhs.gwu.edu/academics/md-program/admissions/contacting-admissions 

Managing Student Debt Panel Discussion

June 12 at 8pm EST | Hope4Med

Hope4Med is thrilled to extend an invitation to our upcoming panel discussion focused on Managing Student Debt. As a premed student, we understand the financial challenges that come with pursuing a career in medicine, and we believe this discussion will provide valuable insights and strategies to help you navigate through this aspect of your journey.

The panel discussion will take place on June 12 at 8pm EST. We are excited to offer this event free of charge, as part of our commitment to supporting aspiring medical professionals like yourself.

To secure your spot at the live panel discussion, please click on the following link to RSVP: https://lu.ma/kmawsn2s

We look forward to having you join us for what promises to be an informative and engaging session. Should you have any questions or require further information, please contact us here. 

Fit Feet Volunteer Opportunity

Towson University | Townson, MD

Saturday, June 22nd, 2024

Special Olympics is the largest global public health organization dedicated to serving people with intellectual disabilities. The Special Olympics Healthy Athletes Program offers health screenings in nine areas: Fit Feet-podiatry, FUNfitness- physical therapy, Health Promotion- better health, nutrition and well-being, Healthy Hearing- audiology, MedFest -sports physical exam, Opening Eyes- vision, Special Smiles- dentistry, Strong Minds- mental and emotional health, and Healthy Young Athletes- pediatric screening. Special Olympics Maryland is currently recruiting trained medical professionals and medical professional students to volunteer as Healthy Athlete Volunteers at this year’s Summer Games event this summer!

Our Healthy Athletes Screening event will take place at Towson University on Saturday June 22nd and getting involved in our Fit Feet Screening could be a great opportunity for you to get hands on experience and knowledge working with individuals with intellectual disabilities. Special Olympics Fit Feet offers screenings to evaluate ankles, feet, lower extremity biomechanics, and proper shoe and sock gear to participating athletes. Fit Feet helps Special Olympics athletes step lively on the playing field, and in everyday life. Many athletes suffer from foot and ankle pain, or deformities that impair their performance.

Below is the Volunteer Hub registration link. Please register if you are interested in volunteering! Please do not hesitate to reach out to either Kayla Shields at kshields@somd.org or Sam Boyd (Volunteer Director) at volunteers@somd.org if there are any questions!

Public Health Leadership Opportunity

United Against Inequities in Disease (UAID) | Remote 

United Against Inequities in Disease (UAID) is a 501(c)3 national non-profit organization that empowers students to eliminate health inequities locally. 

We are pleased to announce 3 open leadership positions on the UAID National Board for the roles of Editor of the UAID Journal of Health Equity, UAID Communications Lead, and UAID Education & Empowerment Lead.  Selected applicants will be working closely with 5 other leaders who comprise the National Board of the organization.  

All positions are remote (video conference capability necessary) and require a commitment of 6-10 hours/week from July 15, 2024 - July 15, 2025. This is an unpaid leadership opportunity but is eligible for academic credit or practicum requirements.

Deadline to apply has been extended to July 1st, 2024. 

For more information about United Against Inequities in Disease: https://www.uaid.org/

For more information about the Public Health Leadership Opportunity: https://www.uaid.org/boardapplication

If interested, please apply at https://www.uaid.org/boardapplication. 

Medical Assistant

MedStar Health | Baltimore, MD

MedStar Health is looking to fill a Medical Assistant position at the Center for Digestive Disease at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center. You will:

Receive a 1-year grace period to acquire CMA or RMA certification

Work alongside nationally recognized specialists

Assist with examination and education of patients

Assist with multiple clinical procedures such as staple/suture removal, injections and phlebotomy as needed

Perform a variety of patient and laboratory tests, such as Point of Care Testing, tuberculosis skin testing, electrocardiography, pulmonary function tests, and vision and hearing testing

This is a Full-Time position (Monday - Friday) located in Baltimore, MD.

Medical Assistant

Maryland ENT Associates | Silver Spring, MD

Maryland ENT Associates is looking to fill a Medical Assistant position at their clinic. Recent pre-health alumni are encouraged to apply. No MA certification is required. You will: 

Work alongside nurses and doctors to provide medical care and assist with office procedures and surgeries

Get to know the patients and walk them through their medical process

Learn the ins and outs of running a medical practice

Receive career advancement opportunities

Be given opportunities to observe surgical procedures

This is a Full-Time position located in Silver Spring, MD. 

Undergraduate Clinical Research Assistant 

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) | Bethesda, MD

The Military Cardiovascular Outcomes Research (MiCOR) program at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) is seeking highly motivated students enrolled in bachelor’s degree programs for a research internship under the direction of Dr. Marian Tanofsky-Kraff. Dr.Tanofsky-Kraff is a Professor in the Department of Medical and Clinical Psychology (Primary) and Medicine (Secondary). MiCOR is focused on understanding and intervening on biopsychosocial risk factors for cardiovascular disease among military members. The unpaid clinical research assistant position would be managed by MiCOR’s non-profit partner, The Metis Foundation.

The undergraduate clinical research assistant (UCRA) will support research staff by entering, organizing, and reviewing data. The current project requesting UCRA support is an NIH- and DHA-funded trial aimed at preventing disordered eating and excess weight gain in adolescent military dependents. The UCRA position is an unfunded internship at this time.

The UCRA is requested to commit to at least 10 hours per week for a minimum of 8 months. It is expected that the UCRA takes initiative, and is reliable, thorough, and detail oriented. This experience is ideal for individuals planning to pursue graduate work in psychology, medicine, nursing, or a related field. We are looking for a UCRA to start immediately or in the Fall. If interested, please submit a letter of interest, a resume/CV, and a letter of recommendation to Ruby Schrag, Research Coordinator, at ruby.schrag.ctr@usuhs.edu.

Anesthesia Tech

LifeBridge Health Medical Group | Baltimore, MD.

LifeBridge Health is looking to fill an Anesthesia Tech I position in their Sinai Hospital location. Recent pre-health alumni are encouraged to apply. Medical assistant certification is not required. You will: 

Receive on the job training

Gain experience preparing, maintaining, and replenishing O.R. rooms and all remote areas.

This is a Full-Time (32-40 hr./week), night shift position located in Baltimore, MD. 

Pediatric Medical Assistant

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians | Baltimore, MD

The University of Maryland is looking to fill a Pediatric Medical Assistant position. Pre-health graduates are encouraged to apply. No medical certification is required. You will gain experience in direct patient care and receive on the job training. 

This position is Full-Time (Monday-Friday) and located in Baltimore, MD. 

Medical Assistant

Baltimore Washington Medical Center (BWMC) | Glen Burnie, MD

The BWMC is looking to fill a Medical Assistant position for their orthopedic surgery department near Baltimore, MD. Pre-health graduates are encouraged to apply. No medical assistant certification is required. You will: 

Work alongside physicians and nurses

Gain clinical, hands-on patient care experience

This position is Full-Time (Monday-Friday) and located in Glen Burnie, MD. 

Medical Assistant/Scribe

The Center for Advanced Orthopaedics | Washington, DC

Quality-oriented Orthopaedic Medicine and Surgery practice seeking a dynamic Medical Scribe/Assistant for a full-time position. Strong preference to commitment of 1 year or more. Prior experience with medical scribing and/or medical assisting strongly preferred but not required. This role is geared towards those planning to apply to medical, PA, or PT school as an excellent gap-year position. Position includes opportunities to observe surgeries (during free time) and be mentored by Orthopaedic Surgeons and Physician Assistants.

Ideal applicants will have a typing speed of greater than 45 words per minute, strong listening and communication abilities, an interest in healthcare or health sciences, and be quick learners who can adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Daily Scribe duties include accurately documenting each patient visit in Electronic Medical Record (EMR), writing prescriptions for medications, writing physical therapy and other medical orders, assisting with patient messages, maintaining cleanliness of clinic rooms, and occasionally assisting with patient care, and more.

Daily Medical Assistant duties include rooming and triaging patients, managing patient flow, responding to patient messages, fitting for durable medical equipment and other items, drawing up and setting up for injections, and more.

Competitive hourly rate based on previous experience, paid time-off, and employee benefits available.

Clinic runs Monday through Friday 8am-4pm, typical hours are 7:45am-5pm. Clinic is located in Downtown DC with easy metro access to Farragut North/West metro stations.

If interested, please email a copy of your resume to the clinical supervisor of the practice, Christine Johnson, at cjohnson@cfaortho.com. Thank you.

Medical Assistant 

Fairfax Gynecology Group | Fairfax, VA

Fairfax Gynecology Group is looking to fill a Medical Assistant position at their clinic.

Recent pre-health alumni are encouraged to apply. No medical assistant certificate is required. This is a full-time position and looking to hire right away. You will: 

Gain experience in direct patient care and interactions

Work on clinical, administrative, lab and tech tasks

Assist providers with examinations and testing

Assist with suture removal, wound care, among other procedures

This position is Full-Time and located in Fairfax, VA. 

Residential Counselor

University of Maryland Medical Center | Baltimore, MD

The University of Maryland Medical Center is looking to fill a Residential Counselor position for their psychiatry/neurology practice. Pre-health graduates are encouraged to apply. No medical assistant certificate is required. You will: 

Work directly with patients

Hone counseling and communication skills

This position is Full-Time (flexible days) with weekend hours available. This position is located in Baltimore, MD. 

Medical Assistant

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group (TPMG) | Williamsburg, VA

TPMG is looking to fill a Medical Assistant position. Pre-health graduates are encouraged to apply. No medical assistant certification is required. You will:

Administer immunizations and variety of injections

Assist physician with gynecologic, surgical and wound procedures/exams

Perform ancillary clinical kit testing and specimen collection

This position is Full-Time (Monday - Friday) and pays $15 - $18/hr. (based on experience). The position is in Williamsburg, VA.

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