Dermatology Gap-Year Clinical Assistant: Hands-On Prep

TAREEN DERMATOLOGY PA; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Travel reimbursement

On-the-job training

Employee discounts

Free or discounted cosmetic treatments

Job summary

Tareen Dermatology seeks motivated pre-medical and pre-PA graduates for a Gap Year Clinical Assistant role. You will gain hands-on patient care, medical documentation, and exposure to dermatology in a fast-paced clinic.

This full-time, in-person position emphasizes direct patient-care, clinical procedures, and daily practice operations with mentorship and workshops to prepare for medical or PA school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field completed before the 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

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for visits and escort to examination rooms.
• Interview patients and verify medical history, medications, vital signs, reason for 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 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 pathology and laboratory procedures.
• Applies postoperative dressings and provides post-procedure instructions.
• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Typing accuracy

Computer literacy

Privacy and professionalism

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science-related field

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Tareen Dermatology seeks motivated pre-medical and pre-PA graduates for a Gap Year Clinical Assistant role. You will gain hands-on patient care, medical documentation, and exposure to dermatology in a fast-paced clinic.

This full-time, in-person position emphasizes direct patient-care, clinical procedures, and daily practice operations with mentorship and workshops to prepare for medical or PA school.