Monday, April 17, 2023

On behalf of the Lighthouse Scholastic Foundation, we would like to extend an invitation to attend our  Chasing the Dream- Minority Student Medical School Admissions Panel virtual event on Monday April 24th at 6 pm  EST. This event will serve as a way for pre-medical students to learn how to make their medical school application stand out. It is our hope that every student will leave the event with newfound knowledge and awareness about the many possibilities and avenues of medicine.

 We hope to have informative and enlightening conversations regarding the medical school admission process while learning from the multitude of professionals present at the event.

We would be extremely grateful and honored if you could please forward this information to students at your university.  RSVP below.

Attention pre-meds!

The moment we have all been waiting for...the 2024 AMCAS Applicant Guide is now live!  Please click here to view the guide. This guide will walk you through creating your ACMAS application, how to fill in sections, how to request transcripts, etc.  

Important Dates:

-May 2 - AMCAS application opens 

-May 30 - AMCAS application submission begins

-June 30 - Initial transmission of applicant data to medical schools

-August 1 - Early Decision Program Deadline 

Don't forget:

AAMC PREview Professional Readiness Exam - if your school requires or recommends it, the advice I have received is to take this exam in May or June (if possible). 

Navigating the  2024 AMCAS Application Cycle Webinar - sign up for this webinar to get some additional guidance on the application process (April 26)

Register for our upcoming Osteopathic Medical School Recruitment Fair!

The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) is pleased to host a one-stop opportunity for students, advisors, and community members interested in learning more about one of the pathways to becoming a physician. This event will afford visitors time to meet with representatives from a number of colleges of osteopathic medicine and speak with them about their programs. Panel discussions and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) demonstrations will also take place at the fair.

Date: Saturday, April 29, 2023

Time: 10 am – 2 pm ET

Feel free to drop in as your schedule allows.

OMM demonstrations at 10:30 am 12:30 pm

Panel discussions at 11 am and 1 pm

Location: Baltimore Marriott Waterfront in Baltimore, MD

 Click here to register

Additional information will be provided to registrants as we draw closer to the event. We look forward to meeting you in Baltimore! Please contact choosedo@aacom.org with any questions.

Precision Care Medical & Sports Performance - Medical Assistant - Brooklyn, NY

Precision Care Medical has posted on CapYear looking to fill a second medical assistant position. Pre-health graduates and pending spring 2023 graduates encouraged to apply.  No medical assistant certificate is required.   

This opportunity is perfect for those looking to expand their knowledge and skills within the healthcare industry and gain valuable experience. Prior experience in healthcare is a plus, but not required – we are dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment for our team members.

The position is at a single location in Brooklyn, NY

Why this is a great position for pre-health graduates

Has previously successfully worked with CapYear to fill positions

Work alongside physicians

Gain hands-on patient facing experience

Assist physicians during various procedures, including:

Epidurals

Trigger point, cortisone and platelet-rich plasma injections

Diagnostic ultrasounds

Joint aspirations

Position Summary:

Assist physicians with procedures with ample opportunities for direct patient care experience

Help patients complete required forms and documents in a timely and accurate manner

Prepare patients for procedures, ensuring their comfort and understanding of the process

Record patient medical history, exam findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, diagnostic test results, imaging studies, and other vital information in electronic medical records

Educate patients on the procedures and testing available at the facility, addressing any questions or concerns they may have