Medical Assistant - Gap Year Pre Med Pre PA

Tareen Dermatology PA•Roseville, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tareen Dermatology is seeking motivated pre-medical and pre-physician assistant graduates who plan to spend one to two gap years gaining direct patient-care experience before attending medical or PA school. As a full-time Medical Assistant, you will work alongside dermatology providers in a fast-paced clinical environment. You will gain hands-on experience with patient care, medical documentation, clinical procedures, pathology, and the daily operations of a dermatology practice. Exclusive Gap Year Program Opportunities: Elite, hands-on clinical training with experienced dermatology providers Monthly workshops focused on medical and PA school preparation Ongoing professional development opportunities Individual mentorship and application guidance Networking with physicians, physician assistants, other healthcare professionals, and current and former Gap Year Medical Assistants Opportunities to earn letters of recommendation from providers who know your work Direct patient-care and medical documentation experience Exposure to medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology Guidance from team members who understand the medical and PA school application process Historically, more than 90% of our Gap Year Medical Assistants who apply to medical or PA school have been accepted.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field completed before the position’s start date
Interest in pursuing medical school or physician assistant school
Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 14 months
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in typing, spelling, punctuation, and grammar
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Strong computer skills
Professional demeanor and respect for patient privacy
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a healthcare team
Willingness to travel to alternate Tareen Dermatology clinic locations as needed

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a medical or patient-care setting
Familiarity with anatomy and medical terminology
Experience using an electronic medical record system (EMR)

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for their visits and escort them to examination rooms.
Interview patients and verify their medical history, medications, vital signs, reason for the visit, and other relevant information.
Accompany providers during patient examinations and accurately document medical histories, physical examinations, assessments, and treatment plans.
Document clinical visits and procedures in the electronic medical record under the provider’s direction.
Ensure clinical data, laboratory results, test results, and provider interpretations are accurately recorded.
Generate and submit orders as directed by the provider.
Communicate provider-reviewed pathology results and other clinical information to patients as directed.
Answer and return patient telephone calls promptly and professionally.
Performs procedural site preparation in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols.
Prepares, labels, and transports tissue specimens according to established pathology and laboratory procedures.
Applies postoperative dressings and provides patients with post-procedure instructions as directed by the physician.
Serve as a liaison between providers, patients, and clinical support staff.
Prepare, clean, organize, and stock examination rooms.
Support efficient patient flow throughout the clinic.
Follow HIPAA, OSHA, infection-control, and workplace safety requirements.
Travel to alternate clinic locations when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.