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Job Title: Part-Time Medical Scribe / Medical Assistant (Premed, Gap Year, Dermatology)
Location: Durham, NCJob Type: Part-Time ( varies per week 10–29 hours/week)
About the Role
SWDA, under the direction of Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. B. Jackson, is hiring a Medical Scribe / Medical Assistant for a structured premedical gap year training program.
This role is specifically designed for:
- Premed students (junior/senior)
- Gap year applicants to medical school
- Recent graduates pursuing MD programs
You will gain direct patient care experience, dermatology exposure, and real-time scribing experience—all highly valued by medical schools.
Top candidates are serious about becoming a physician and are looking for a rigorous, hands-on clinical role to strengthen their application.
Opportunities for research and publication available.
Key Responsibilities
- Medical scribing in real-time (EMR documentation)
- Patient intake: rooming, vitals, and medical history collection
- Presenting patients to the physician
- Assisting with dermatologic procedures (biopsies, tray prep, specimen handling)
- Supporting clinical workflow and patient care
- Scheduling and coordinating patient appointments
- Communicating with labs, pharmacies, and physician offices
- Managing clinic inventory and supplies
- Administrative duties including scheduling patients
Required Qualifications
- Premed track (junior/senior) OR college graduate
- Intent to apply to medical school (MD track)
- 12-24 month commitment REQUIRED
- Strong computer/typing skills (EMR experience a plus)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Excellent interpersonal , written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong work ethic and professionalism
- Ability to follow protocols and retain medical knowledge
- Self-motivated, coachable, and adaptable
Preferred:
- Prior experience as a medical scribe, MA, CNA, EMT, or clinical volunteer
Schedule
- Part-time: variable 10–29 hours per week
Work Environment
- Detail-oriented and precision-focused
- Team-based, high-performance culture
- Direct physician mentorship
COVID-19 Requirements
- Vaccination required
- Masks required
How to Apply
REQUIRED:
- Resume
- Cover letter describing your goals in medicine
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.No phone calls regarding application status.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 – $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Medical Specialty:
- Dermatology
Application Question(s):
- Are you planning to apply to medical school within in the next 2-3 years?
- Are you able to commit to this position for at least 12–24 months?
- Are you willing to submit a cover letter describing your goals in medicine?
- Are you taking a gap year (or planning one)?
Work Location: In person
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