Hudson Dermatology Gap‑Year Medical Assistant Program
Gap‑Year Medical Assistant Program
A hands-on clinical assistantship that strengthens applications and provides letters of recommendation to medical, physician assistant, nursing, and other health programs.
At‑a‑Glance
Acceptance momentum: Over the last X years, more than XX% of our medical assistant staff have been accepted into medical, PA, and RN programs. Two returned to Hudson Dermatology as Physician Assistants—a testament to the training culture and collegial community you’ll join.
Practice scale: Train within the largest physician-owned dermatology practice in New York State, with eight offices and 30+ providers committed to mentorship.
- Program length: Typical tenure 12–36 months, aligned with your application cycle.
- Compensation & benefits: Competitive salary, health‑care benefits, and a collegial, team-based environment.
Why a Gap Year at Hudson Dermatology?
Graduate programs increasingly expect meaningful, direct patient care and team-based clinical experience. Our program provides both in a supportive, academically minded setting—so you can build skills, earn strong letters, and clarify your path in healthcare.
What You’ll Learn (Core Competencies)
- Clinical reasoning at the point of care: Participate in full-spectrum medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology visits as well as clinical decision-making and treatment planning.
- Procedural support & sterile technique: Assist with consultations, biopsies, surgery, cryotherapy, wound care, suture removal, and post-operative education (as permitted by training and policy).
- EMR fluency & documentation: Develop accuracy and efficiency in documenting encounters; learn the flow of multi-provider outpatient care.
- Patient communication & teamwork: Practice patient education, interprofessional communication, and clinic operations.
- Professionalism & reflection: Receive formative feedback, set learning goals, and prepare for interviews with evidence from your own clinical logbook.
Mentorship, Letters of Recommendation, and Professional Development
- Letters of recommendation: Our providers write recommendations based on sustained observation of your clinical work.
- Structured onboarding and role-specific skills training.
- Longitudinal mentorship with attending physicians and PAs; regular check-ins focused on growth and application timing.
- Application support: Guidance on framing clinical experience, selecting stories for your personal statement, and interview practice.
- Research and Publications: For motivated individuals, guidance may be available on research and publication projects. These opportunities are not guaranteed and require students to take the initiative.
- Optional enrichment: Opportunities to support QI/education projects and community initiatives when available.
Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
- Prepare exam rooms and patients; obtain histories and vitals as directed.
- Scribe provider-directed documentation; manage orders, messages, and follow-up workflows.
- Assist during procedures; provide pre‑/post‑op instructions; support wound care supplies and instrumentation.
- Coordinate across the care team to maintain clinic flow and an outstanding patient experience.
Who Should Apply
- Recent or upcoming graduates planning to apply to MD/DO, PA, NP, or other health programs who seek substantive, mentored patient‑care experience.
- Collaborative communicators who value professionalism, reliability, and teachability in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Locations
Our program is offered across Nanuet, Tarrytown, Somers, Fishkill, Poughkeepsie, Cornwall, Kingston, and Hudson—with placement based on practice needs and candidate fit.
Compensations and Benefits
Hudson Dermatology offers competitive salaries, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and a supportive, friendly environment with modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment.
How to Apply
Click Apply Now and submit the brief interest form; our team will follow up with the next steps.
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CONTACT US TODAY
Contact the Hudson Dermatology team now to set up a consultation in NY. Dutchess, Westchester, Columbia, Ulster, Putnam, Rockland, and Orange County residents can schedule an appointment via our online scheduler.