Part-Time Medical Scribe / Medical Assistant (Premed | Gap Year | Dermatology)
Location: Durham, NC
Job Type: Part-Time (10–29 hours per week; schedule varies based on clinic needs)
Launch Your Medical Career with Hands-On Clinical Experience
SWDA, under the direction of Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. B. Jackson, is seeking exceptional, highly motivated premedical students and recent college graduates for a structured Premedical Medical Scribe & Medical Assistant Training Program.
This position is ideal for:
- Gap year students preparing to apply to medical school
- Junior and senior pre-medical undergraduate students
- Recent college graduates pursuing a career as a physician (MD track)
If you are looking for more than shadowing and want meaningful, hands-on clinical experience while working one-on-one with a physician, this position offers a unique opportunity to strengthen your medical school application through direct patient care, medical scribing, and clinical skill development.
Successful candidates will gain exposure to clinical dermatology, medical terminology, physician-patient interactions, office procedures, and the daily operations of a busy specialty practice. High-performing candidates may also have opportunities to participate in clinical research and publications.
This position is intended for applicants who are serious about becoming physicians ( MD) and are seeking a challenging, rewarding clinical experience.
Minimum Availability Required (Required to be Considered)
Because continuity of training and patient care is essential, applicants must be available to work the following minimum schedule:
- Tuesday: 8:00am -5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Please apply only if you can consistently meet this minimum availability. Applicants who are unable to meet these scheduling requirements will not be considered.
What You'll Learn
Throughout the program, you will develop skills in:
- Medical scribing and electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
- Patient interviewing and medical history collection
- Clinical workflow and patient care
- Dermatologic procedures and surgical assisting
- Medical terminology and clinical decision-making
- Professional communication with patients and healthcare professionals
- Medical office operations and practice management
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Document patient encounters in real time using the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Room patients and obtain medical histories and other pertinent clinical information
- Present patient information to the physician
- Assist the physician during dermatologic procedures, including biopsy tray preparation, specimen handling, assisting with in-office procedures, and other delegated clinical responsibilities
- Prepare examination and procedure rooms
- Assist in maintaining efficient patient flow throughout the clinic
- Maintain inventory of clinical supplies and equipment
- Opportunities for publication
Front Office & Administrative Responsibilities
- Welcome patients and provide exceptional customer service
- Check patients in and out
- Schedule, confirm, and reschedule appointments
- Answer incoming telephone calls and respond professionally to patient inquiries
- Communicate with laboratories, pharmacies, referring physician offices, and patients.
- Process patient paperwork and maintain accurate medical records
- Assist with administrative projects and daily office operations as needed
Qualifications Required
- Junior or senior undergraduate student on the premedical track OR recent college graduate
- Intention to apply to a U.S. MD medical school
- Ability to commit to the position for 12–24 months
- Strong computer and typing skills (EMR experience is a plus)
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills
- Professional, dependable, and mature demeanor
- Self-motivated, teachable, and eager to learn
- Ability to follow detailed protocols and retain new information
- Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence
Preferred
- Previous experience as a Medical Scribe, Medical Assistant, CNA, EMT, Patient Care Technician, Clinical Volunteer, or other healthcare experience
Schedule
- Part-time
- Variable schedule averaging 10–29 hours per week
- Additional hours may be available based on clinic needs and employee performance.
Our Culture
We are looking for individuals who are:
- Detail-oriented and committed to excellence
- Curious and eager to learn
- Professional and compassionate
- Team players who enjoy a collaborative environment
- Dependable and accountable
- Passionate about pursuing a career in medicine
Why Join SWDA?
This position offers significantly more than traditional shadowing. You will receive direct physician mentorship as you develop the clinical knowledge, professionalism, and patient care experience expected of competitive medical school applicants.
Benefits include:
- Direct one-on-one mentorship with a board-certified dermatologist
- Extensive hands-on patient care experience
- Real-time medical scribing experience
- Exposure to medical and surgical dermatology
- Medical terminology and clinical workflow training
- Opportunities for clinical research and publication
- Outstanding preparation for medical school interviews and applications
Application Requirements
To be considered, applicants must submit both:
- Resume
- Cover letter describing: Why you are pursuing a career in medicine and your long term career goals
Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be reviewed.
Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept phone calls regarding application status.
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- On-the-job training
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work the following minimum schedule: Tuesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wednesday 12:00 PM–5:00 PM, and Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM?
○ Yes
○ No (Disqualify candidate)
- Are you able to commit to this position for at least 12-24 months?
- Are you currently taking a gap year or planning one?
- Do you live within 30-45 minute commute to the office ( located near southpoint mall )?
- Have you taken the MCAT exam or do you plan to take it within the next 1-2 years?
- Are you planning to apply to medical school ( MD or DO ) within the next 1-3 years?
- I will submit a cover letter describing my long term goals in medicine with this application
Work Location: In person
