JOB SUMMARY

PA Student Mentors are important members of the academic team that advise high school students interested in pursuing healthcare professional careers. Mentors work collectively with program instructors to provide relevant assistance per the grade level of the students participating in experiences such as:

• Clinical Skills Labs (Blood Pressure, Knot tying, ACE bandage, Glove & Gowning)
• Research project development and presentation
• Peer to peer discussions of academic experiences
• Panel presentation of clinical experiences
• Campus Tours

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

PA Student Mentors will ensure a progressively collegiate focus to the student experience schedule. Mentors must be enrolled as physician assistant students in the Seton Hall Department of Physician Assistant, be in good academic standing, and demonstrate the following:

• Willingness to complete a minors on campus training
• Capable of helping mentees navigate academic and career questions
• Ability to clearly explain medical concepts at a high school level
• Patience, understanding, and respect for diversity
• Active listening and empathy

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

PA Student Mentors will ensure a progressively collegiate focus to the student experience schedule. Mentors must be enrolled as physician assistant students in the Seton Hall Department of Physician Assistant, be in good academic standing, and demonstrate the following:

• Willingness to complete a minors on campus training
• Capable of helping mentees navigate academic and career questions
• Ability to clearly explain medical concepts at a high school level
• Patience, understanding, and respect for diversity
• Active listening and empathy

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Sessions are one weekday per month between 8:00 am to 2:00pm. Note: Academic Year weekday school hours are adjusted as needed per school.

Mentors will assist with clinical skills labs such as Blood Pressure, Knot tying, ACE bandaging, Glove & Gowning.

CONTACT

Vanessa Rodriguez (973) 275 2336

FEDERAL WORK STUDY ELIGIBILITY

Not Required