BS/MD Physician Advisor

MedSchoolCoach•Boston, MA

5d•Remote

About The Position

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are passionate about education and helping students navigate the highly competitive BS/MD and BS/DO admissions process. Working alongside a College Advisor, the BS/MD Advisor will mentor high school students throughout the application process, helping them develop school lists, craft compelling "Why Medicine?" essays, brainstorm and edit supplemental essays, prepare for interviews, and provide strategic guidance from start to finish. Because our students are specifically pursuing direct medical programs, we are seeking advisors who successfully completed a U.S. BS/MD, BA/MD, BS/DO, or BA/DO program themselves. Advisors who have firsthand experience navigating these programs are uniquely positioned to guide students through the process. The goal is to help students submit polished, authentic applications that align with their academic profile and long-term goals.

Requirements

MD or DO physician (attending preferred; residents and fellows will also be considered)
Successful graduate of a U.S. direct medical program (BS/MD, BA/MD, BS/DO, or BA/DO)
Demonstrated firsthand knowledge of the BS/MD or BS/DO admissions process
Experience mentoring or advising students applying to medical school or direct medical programs
Strong editing and writing skills, particularly with college and BS/MD application materials
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with high school students and their families
High level of emotional intelligence and professionalism
Comfortable managing multiple students throughout an application cycle
Proficiency with Zoom, Google Meet, and other online collaboration tools
Reliable connection to the Internet and access to Microsoft Word

Nice To Haves

Admissions committee experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Develop a strong working relationship with the college advisor, acting as a unified team that will support the applicant through the application process.
Evaluate candidacy of high school students looking to apply to BS/MD programs. This includes evaluation of their GPA, SAT/ACT scores, completed courses, extracurricular activities, and experiences.
Edit the applicant's BS/MD personal statement and BS/MD supplemental essay questions.
Collaborate with applicant to create a customized BS/MD school list that aligns with the student’s candidacy, goals, and preferences.
Prepare students for admissions interviews.
Advise students throughout the application process, implementing proactive measures like consistent check-ins, thorough editing, and timelines/deadlines.
Manage family expectations and enlist them as part of the larger team supporting the student.
Assist students with developing personal responsibility and managing their work.
Offer expertise and guidance on key application questions and situations.