Student Medical Assistant Program at Altheda
Altheda Medical Center offers ambitious pre-med students a unique opportunity to gain invaluable clinical experience. Our Pre-Med Student Program is designed to nurture the next generation of healthcare leaders, providing hands-on learning in a dynamic and multi-specialty outpatient setting.
Be Part of Healthcare's Future at Altheda Medical Center
At Altheda Medical Center, we’re redefining healthcare delivery in Pittsburgh. Our Pre-Med Student Program offers selected undergraduate students the chance to gain invaluable clinical experience in our state-of-the-art and multi-specialty outpatient setting.
Here, you’ll work alongside dedicated professionals across various disciplines, including family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, psychiatry, aesthetics and healthcare administration. You’ll witness firsthand how we integrate advanced technology with patient-centered care to set new standards in healthcare.
Our program is designed to nurture your growth as a future healthcare leader and a proud Altheda alum.
You'll Benefit From:
- Hands-on experience with rooming patients, handling medical clerical work, triaging, and laboratory testing and protocols
- Receiving certifications in BLS/CPR, First Aid, and more
- Opportunities to receive education and clinical training to gain certifications in phlebotomy and immunizations
- Exposure to diverse outpatient modalities, patient interaction and clinical trials research
- Insight into the administrative aspects of modern healthcare
- Mentorship from experienced healthcare professionals
- Peer support and mentorship from fellow AMC student MAs
- Earning clinical hours for medical/nursing/PA schools' applications
- Reasonable financial compensation for your work
Eligibility:
- Pre-Med or Natural Science Majors
- Students with Good Academic Standing (3.6 GPA minimum)
- If you are a freshman, please submit your high school transcript (3.7 GPA minimum)
- Personal Statement Demonstrating Interests in Altheda and Healthcare/Medicine (500 words)
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