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About Altheda Medical Center

Altheda Medical Center is a fast-growing, multi-specialty outpatient medical practice dedicated to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care to local communities. Our primary care services span family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, and geriatrics , supported by behavioral and mental health services, wellness programs, and specialized medical exams (including immigration and DOT exams).

At Altheda, we believe in developing the next generation of healthcare professionals by offering hands-on opportunities for students and recent graduates to immerse themselves in real-world outpatient medicine and operations.

Role Overview:

The Business Assistant role is ideal for undergraduate students or recent graduates with a STEM background who want to gain exposure to the operational, clinical, and business aspects of outpatient healthcare.

In this role, you will support day-to-day operations, assist leadership with cross-functional projects, and contribute to Altheda’s mission of delivering high-quality, community-based care. Whether you’re considering medical school, PA school, nursing, psychology, or other healthcare careers , this role provides direct clinical exposure and business operations experience to strengthen your professional foundation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Hands-On Operations & Administration:

• Support patient-facing workflows, including scheduling, intake, documentation, and insurance eligibility checks.
• Learn and work within electronic health records (EHR) and other clinic operations systems.

2. Project Coordination:

• Assist leadership with implementing new service lines, community outreach initiatives, and operational improvements.
• Track deliverables using structured project management tools and provide concise status updates.

3. Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with medical assistants, healthcare administrators, and providers to ensure seamless patient care.
• Gain exposure to clinical workflows while supporting business and administrative functions.

4. Marketing, Outreach & Community Engagement

• Participate in initiatives to connect with local schools, hospitals, and nonprofit organizations.
• Support outreach campaigns to raise awareness of Altheda’s services in the community.

5. Process Improvement & Professional Development

• Observe operational workflows and identify gaps that impact efficiency or patient experience.
• Shadow leadership to understand how business and clinical decisions are made in a multi-specialty medical setting.

What You’ll Gain:

• Clinical Exposure — Learn how a multi-specialty outpatient practice operates day-to-day.
• Professional Development — Build organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Mentorship — Work directly with physicians, practice leaders, and healthcare administrators.
• Competitive Edge — Strengthen your application for medical school , PA school , nursing programs , or other advanced healthcare training.

Qualifications:

• Current undergraduate student (junior/senior), recent graduate , or early-career professional .
• Strongly preferred: STEM background (e.g., biology, neuroscience, psychology, chemistry, pre-med, or related field).
• Interest in healthcare delivery, clinical operations, or patient care.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced , multidisciplinary environment.

(No prior healthcare experience required — we provide full training.)

Why Join Altheda:

• Be part of an innovative, patient-first organization redefining outpatient care.
• Gain real-world exposure to primary care, behavioral health, wellness, and specialized medical services.
• Access direct mentorship from physicians and practice leadership.
• Build a strong foundation for advanced training and future healthcare careers.

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