GAP year Program: Medical Assistant in Dermatology and Mohs Surgery

Our GapYear Program in Dermatology has successfully employed more than forty of the best future physicians, PAs, RNs, attorneys and IT professionals to spend 1-3 years between college and medical school working as Medical Assistants. Our past graduates have attended U Mass Medical School, University of Vermont Medical School, Brown University School of Medicine, Washington University in St Louis Law School, Boston University School of Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine, MCPHS, Franklin Pierce PA Program, Bryant University PA Program, NYU PA Program, Northeastern University PA Program, MGH Institute of Health Professionals, Labourre College RN Program, Cape Cod Community College RN Program, Regis NP Program. We offer both one-year (14-month), two-year (26-month) and three year (38-month) options. Matriculation as soon as participants graduate from college is essential for the success of this program to allow cross training with current participants. Mentorship with attending clinicians is the focus of this program. The opportunity to participate in diverse facets of a private dermatology practice, including medical assisting, surgical assisting, administrative work, Mohs histology training with a national training company, compliance and government regulations and office management is a wonderful opportunity for young individuals wanting to gain experience and advance their skills before attending graduate school

This patient engagement opportunity is designed to be of great importance to the professional development of any premedical student committed to our profession. Future health professionals are able to experience unique opportunities such as attending conferences ; learning from advanced peer mentors/clinicians in the community ; and establishing strong mentor relationships. Lectures/journal clubs/teaching sessions are held to supplement the educational experience and have included private tours at pathology laboratories, case studies with sub-specialized dermatologists, as well as seminars and clinical skills practicals. Students are encouraged to explore their interests and are welcome to organize their own seminars

As a Medical Assistant each student has the opportunity to develop strong interpersonal skills in patient care by coordinating care, interviewing, scribing, and assisting in basic procedures. An excellent clinical-based experience, students gain a well-rounded understanding of the health care system by working with providers who deliver high-quality patient care, learning the importance of clerical tasks, and attending educational events such as lectures and conferences. The private practice encourages students to create strong mentoring relationships with providers, who are motivated to assist students through the medical school process and teach them about patient care and serve as mentors through their graduate school admissions process and beyond.

Requirements for the program include completion of a Bachelor of Science degree, MCAT/GRE scores (optional but applicants to medical school/PA school are encourage to take this exam prior to matriculating in our program), a personal statement, strong interpersonal skills and 2 letters of recommendation from mentors or professors in scientific disciplines. An in person interview and opportunity for shadowing the dermatology clinic and meeting with current program participants is also requisite for this position.

We do require commitment for 14, 26, or 38 months. We recognize that graduate school admissions occur on a rolling basis; however, given the amount of training involved in the program, we do require at least 2-3 months notice which provides time for recruitment and cross training of new employees. Please note, students are encouraged to apply for the length of program which they feel is a reasonable and accurate amount of time they can commit to the program. Duration of training for each participant will be re-evaluated January 1st of each year. The program represents a significant commitment of 40-50 hours per week. It is a full time commitment and other employment, academic coursework, studying for graduate entry exams, travel is challenging given the amount of time needed for participants in the program.

Serious candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and personal statement via really.com or to etierney@dermsurgcc.com, via US mail to: 120 Yarmouth Road, Hyannis MA 02601

We welcome your interest and the team and I look forward to meeting you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $30