MA job fell through. What should I do now?

[goldengunsz]

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I recently planned to get started as a Medical Assistant at a derm office at the beginning of September. I thought I had good chances due to the responses of interviewers but sadly was just notified that I would not be working. I am currently volunteering at my local hospital, but want to consider applying for paid clinical experience as a medical assistant or scribe. At this point in the year, should I still consider looking for these jobs? I have no current certifications and currently applying this cycle.

 

[Goro]

Volunteering to gain clinical exposure is fine. If you need to work it does not have to be at a clinical position.

 

[Mr.Smile12]

Did you already have experience in a clinical setting? (If so, remind us what you listed on your applications.)

 

[goldengunsz]

Did you already have experience in a clinical setting? (If so, remind us what you listed on your applications.)

Yes, I volunteered a couple years ago at the same hospital for about 200 hours and went on two medical mission trips. I wanted to get a ma or another clinical job because I wanted different experiene/training. At this point, I am considering continuing to volunteer at the hospital while I go through the cycle. I also have around 150 hours shadowing experience with various physicians.