Posted
Mon., Jan. 25
Organization
The Dermatologic Surgery Centers of Boston
Position Description
The Dermatologic Surgery Centers of Boston is looking for three gap year students who will be graduating from college this spring and are interested in gaining experience in a clinical medical setting before applying to medical school. Successful applicants will be trained as Surgical Technicians in this hands-on surgical opportunity. A specific interest in dermatology or surgery is not necessarily required, as this experience provides an introduction to medicine in general. The position will consist of 3 surgical/operating days and 2 clinical half-days. Technicians will be have the opportunity to take on direct surgical responsibilities, undergoing training by histotechnicians to prepare and cut tissue. Every month, Dr. Kovacs conducts clinical grand-rounds where gap-year students learn about clinical surgical dermatology, pathophysiology, and histology.
Responsibilities Include:
- Assisting Dr. Kovacs with Mohs surgery/tumor extirpation followed by facial reconstruction on surgical/operating days
- Assisting Dr. Kovacs in suture removals, office visits/consults, follow-ups from surgeries, excisions, and total body skin checks on half-days
- Taking vital signs and clinical histories, assisting with biopsies, bandaging patients immediately after surgery, and explaining wound care protocols
- Consulting patients about the Mohs procedure and scheduling their appointments
Position Requirements
- High motivation and willingness to learn the intricacies of sterile technique, strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Ability to commute between two offices in Brighton and Framingham
- Car highly recommended, but not absolutely necessary
Time Commitment
Full-time with one year commitment and a May/June 2024 start date
Compensation
TBD
Apply
To apply, please submit a cover letter outlining your goals, your resume, your college transcript and MCAT test results (if available) to Dr. Stephen Kovacs, MD at [email protected].
