Gap Year Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

 

Gap Year Medical Assistant – Pediatrics (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Advocare Bryn Mawr Pediatrics | Haverford, PA

Excellent Opportunity for Pre-Medical, Pre-PA, Pre-NP, and Other Pre-Health Students!

Are you considering a career in medicine or another healthcare profession? Looking for meaningful hands-on clinical experience before taking the next step in your education?

Advocare Bryn Mawr Pediatrics is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and compassionate individual to join our team as a Medical Assistant. This is an ideal opportunity for a college student or recent graduate interested in gaining valuable clinical experience during a gap year or while preparing for medical school, PA school, NP school, or another healthcare professional program.

We are a small, close-knit pediatric practice dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized care to children and their families. Our team enjoys a friendly, supportive work environment with excellent camaraderie.

No prior Medical Assistant experience or certification is required. We will provide clinical training!

What Makes This Opportunity Special?

This is much more than a traditional Medical Assistant position. You will work closely with an experienced pediatrician and nursing staff, gaining valuable exposure to patient care while also learning how a medical practice operates behind the scenes.

We believe in mentoring future healthcare professionals and providing opportunities to develop clinical skills, professional confidence, and an understanding of the rewards and challenges of practicing medicine.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurses with patient visits and clinical procedures
• Obtain vital signs, heights, weights, and other patient measurements
• Prepare examination rooms and assist with patient flow
• Assist with immunization-related workflows and other clinical tasks as appropriate to training and applicable requirements
• Communicate with patients and families
• Assist with front desk responsibilities, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and patient registration
• Learn about electronic medical records, insurance processes, and the business and administrative aspects of running a medical practice
• Work collaboratively with our cross-trained clinical and administrative team

Qualifications

• College graduate or currently pursuing a college degree; graduates preferred
• Interest in pursuing a career in medicine, physician assistant studies, nursing, or another healthcare profession
• Strong academic background and enthusiasm for learning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, dependable, organized, and comfortable working with children and families
• Previous clinical experience helpful but not required
• Medical Assistant certification not required
• Commitment of approximately one year preferred

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling, approximately 20–40 hours per week, with the possibility of increased hours
• Both full-time and part-time applicants are welcome! We strive to accommodate individual schedules while meeting the needs of our practice
• Paid position with hands-on pediatric clinical experience
• Clinical training provided
• Potential financial assistance toward Medical Assistant certification
• Opportunity to work closely with and learn directly from an experienced pediatrician and nursing team
• Professional mentorship and the opportunity to earn a strong letter of recommendation for medical school, PA school, or another healthcare professional program
• Exposure to both clinical medicine and the business and administrative operations of a medical practice
• Friendly, welcoming work environment with excellent teamwork and camaraderie

Why Join Advocare Bryn Mawr Pediatrics?

We are passionate about providing outstanding pediatric care and helping the next generation of healthcare professionals grow. In our small practice, you won't be just another employee. You'll be a valued member of our team, with opportunities to learn, ask questions, develop meaningful relationships with patients and families, and gain a real understanding of what it means to practice medicine.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to gain clinical experience, build your skills, and prepare for your future healthcare career, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to join the Advocare Bryn Mawr Pediatrics team!

Requirements:

 

Job Requirements

• College graduate or currently enrolled in college; bachelor's degree preferred but not required
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in medicine, physician assistant studies, nursing, or another healthcare profession
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, dependable, organized, and eager to learn
• Enjoys working with children and families
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small, team-oriented practice
• Availability to work approximately 20–40 hours per week, with flexible scheduling
• Commitment of approximately one year preferred
• Previous medical office or clinical experience preferred but not required
• Medical Assistant certification is not required; certification or prior MA experience is a plus
• Willingness to learn both clinical and administrative responsibilities; training will be provided