MainStreet Family Care Physician Assistant Preceptorship Program — Smithfield, NC
Overview: The MainStreet Family Care Preceptorship Program is designed to provide aspiring healthcare professionals, specifically physician assistants, with hands-on experience and mentorship in a dynamic urgent care setting. This program aims to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical clinical skills, preparing individuals for successful careers in healthcare.
Program Highlights:
- Duration: The preceptorship program typically spans a month or semester long, offering participants a comprehensive understanding of urgent care operations.
- Mentorship: Participants will work closely with experienced healthcare professionals who will serve as mentors, providing guidance and support throughout the program.
- Clinical Exposure: Gain exposure to a wide range of patient cases, enhancing clinical skills and promoting critical thinking in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Engage with a collaborative healthcare team, including physicians, family nurse practitioners/physician assistants, medical assistants, and support staff.
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited physician assistant program.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Desire to work in urgent care preferred.
- Have an active affiliation agreement*
Application Process:
- Submit a comprehensive resume and answer the application questions.
- Qualified candidates will then be contacted to set up a brief phone screening, where you will learn more about our program, and get the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
- Following the phone screening, candidates will schedule a 45-minute interview with our Clinic Management team.
- If we then feel that you would be a great fit for our preceptorship program, we will begin trying to match you with a qualified preceptor at a clinic near you. Candidates will be then contacted with their placement information.
- Candidates will receive a welcome letter and complete the onboarding process.
Contact Information: For inquiries, please contact Carson Sneckenberger, Campus Outreach & Preceptorship Coordinator, via email at csneckenberger@mainstreetfamilycare.com.
Important Note: Please note that program details are subject to change. Interested individuals are encouraged to check Locations | MainStreet Family Care for the most up-to-date clinic and location information. Please visit MainStreet Family Care’s website for additional information: Urgent Care at MainStreet Family Care.
*An active affiliation agreement is required prior to starting your preceptorship. If your program does not currently have an active affiliation agreement, please reach out to Carson for the next steps.
