Medical Assistant Externship
About The Position
This is a 6-week paid externship program designed to allow participants to apply Medical Assistant knowledge and skills in a real clinical environment. The extern will assist physicians, PAs, or NPs in providing medical care to urgent care patients. Daily activities will include triage, answering phones, taking medical histories, and performing lab work. The extern will practice clinical and administrative tasks under direct supervision, aiming to develop confidence, efficiency, and accuracy in patient care. The program offers exposure to daily clinic workflows and patient flow management, and aims to strengthen communication, teamwork, and professionalism, demonstrating readiness for entry-level Medical Assistant employment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current enrollment in or recent completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
- 1-2 letters of recommendation of endorsement from accredited Medical Assistant Program supervisor or lead
- Ability to perform venipuncture
Nice To Haves
- BLS/CPR certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Apply Medical Assistant knowledge and skills in a real clinical environment
- Assist the Physician, PA, or NP in support of medical care of urgent care patients
- Perform selected medical assisting and administrative duties
- Perform direct patient care as instructed by the Physician, PA, or NP
- Perform lab tests as directed by the Physician, PA, or NP
- Prepare patients for examination and treatment
- Take patient histories and vital signs
- Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments
- Administer injections and apply dressings as instructed
- Distribute medications as directed by Physician, PA, or NP
- Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization
- Assist provider in preparing for minor surgeries and exams
- Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments
- Maintain equipment for use at all times, in a clean and safe condition
- Make suggestions to improve work methods
Benefits
- 6 week paid Externship program
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
