POST-GRADUATION CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• Research Assistant Position for Orthopedic Cerebral Palsy Program
• PROGRAM OVERVIEW: The Cerebral Palsy Program at Children's Hospital Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus, will be filling a full-time Research Assistant position starting in June or early July in conjunction with the Center for Gait & Movement Analysis (CGMA) and Musculoskeletal Research Center (MRC) at Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora, Colorado. The position is intended for recent graduates who are interested in pediatric cerebral palsy and gait, preferably have some prior involvement in research, and are looking for research and clinical experience in preparation for a professional career in the medical field. The Research Assistant will mainly work with Dr. Frank Chang, the director of the Cerebral Palsy Program and medical director of CGMA, and Dr. James Carollo, the technical director of CGMA and director of MRC.
• DESCRIPTION OF RESEARCH ACTIVITIES: Research assistants are expected to coordinate physicians and other members of the cerebral palsy program to design, implement, and disseminate clinical research. Research activities may include performing literature reviews, completing institutional review board applications, chart reviews, consenting patients, conducting research visits for data collection, review of patient records, data entry, presenting findings at local and national meetings, and writing manuscripts. Research collaboration with other specialties is very common.
• QUALIFICATIONS: All candidates must have an undergraduate degree, or must be expecting to receive one in the spring of 2014. Proficiency in writing and use of Microsoft Office as well as a general understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology is expected. Research experience is preferred but not required.
• COMMITMENT: All candidates must be able to commit to at least two full years in the position before beginning professional school.
• TIMELINE: Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, preferably before the end of March. Interviews will be given on a rolling basis.
• APPLICATION: Applicants will need to email three documents to Julie Ma (Julie.Ma@childrenscolorado.org): Cover letter, Current resume/CV (include GPA), Single-spaced document describing the following: One paragraph describing your interest in orthopaedics, specifically cerebral palsy and/or gait and how this opportunity fits into long-term goals and plans (250 word limit). Brief timeline of future plans, including applying to professional/graduate school, and the year of matriculation for the earliest time you might be prepared to accept an offer for a seat in professional school.
• CONTACT: For more information please emailJulie.Ma@childrenscolorado.org



• Fulltime Medical Assistant needed for busy dermatology practice. This position provides great experience for pre-med and pre-PA.
• RESPONSIBILITIES: Include- record medical histories, take vitals, administer subcutaneous lidocaine injections, prepare patients for biopsies and surgeries, assist with surgeries, dress surgical and non-surgical sites, submit electronic prescriptions, provide diagnosis and treatment education, schedule procedures and follow up appointments, sterilize and pack surgical instruments, and perform triage. The medical assistant will also document all aspects of the patient encounter on an electronic medical record system.
• QUALIFICATIONS: College education preferred. Candidates must possess a good work ethic and be reliable. Must be able to travel to satellite offices in a 20 mile radius. Requires schedule flexibility. Ideal candidate would be a quick learner who can follow procedures in a fast paced environment and exhibit good judgment, while maintaining a friendly demeanor towards patients. Ability to multi-task is vital.
• LOCATION: Boulder County and East
• COMPENSATION: TBD
• Send resume and cover letter to mgiles@bvderm.com


• University of Queensland School of Medicine Ochsner Clinical School- January 2015 Admission
• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: MCAT score of 8, 8, 8 in one test sitting since January, 2012; a B average; and a B.A. or B.S. degree earned since 2005 for the 2015 entering class.
• APPLICATION: available to download at http://www.mededpath.org/admissions.html
• WEBSITE: http://www.mededpath.org
• CONTACT: Dr. Thea Volpe, email tvolpe@mededpath.org, phone:Tel: 877.777.0155 ext 104
• A January 2015 entry, the start of the Australian academic year, with rolling admissions
• The average GPA of the 2014 entering class was 3.5, and the average MCAT was 28
• U.S. Federal financial aid is available to students who qualify
• The University of Queensland School of Medicine Ochsner Clinical School offers an opportunity for US citizens or Permanent Residents to obtain an outstanding global medical education. Applications are now open for the January 2015 entering class. Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis until the class is filled.


• International Alumni Share Job Search Success Stories, Tuesday, March 18, 5:00-6:00pm, C4C, S350
• Come hear what fellow international alumni, living and working in the U.S., have to say about job search, resumes, cover letters, salary negotiation, and cross cultural communication at work. They have been successful in finding employment. You can too! Bring all your questions! All majors and class levels are welcome!


Internship/Job Search & Interviewing, Wednesday, March 19, 5:30-6:30pm, C4C, S350
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