Gap Year Medical Assistant

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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Advocare LLC