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About the Opportunity
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of the University PreMed and PreHealth Program the PreHealth Advisor provides resources and advising services to Northeastern students and alumni regarding preparation for terminal degree health professional schools (allopathic and osteopathic medicine dental medicine optometric medicine podiatric medicine physician assistant and veterinary medicine) and facilitates the application process. Student advising services include goalsetting academic planning identifying relevant experiential opportunities in alignment with preprofessional competencies desired by health professional programs.
PreHealth Advisors work closely with University collaborators in academic and student support services to develop and assess support programs to enhance PMPH students academic and experiential preparation for their intended health profession. The PreHealth Advisor additionally supports the Programs education and outreach effortsprogrammatic initiatives and assists with marketing and communications.
Qualifications
Masters degree in the sciences health education counseling or similar fields required. Previous experience in higher education administration student services and/or student advising preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to relate empathetically and realistically to students parents and time management and prioritization problemsolving and strong analytical skills with proven ability to strategize prioritize and multitask to meet goals and deadlines. Effective organizational project management administrative and computer skills.
Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office software required. Familiarity with Salesforce and student record systems (e.g. Banner) preferred.
Job Responsibilities:
Advising:Handle a high volume of student communication and be able to provide direction and answers as necessary; Is an individual advisor to a caseload of 500 students and alumni serving as a knowledgeable resource of information about preparing for future careers in medicine; Maintain ongoing assessment ofstudents to ensure pathway progression and readiness to apply; Prepares advisees on application requirements and provides guidance throughout the application process.(80%)
Education/Outreach:Assists with Application Workshops PreMed and PreHealth Elective Courses Admissions Visits special events and campus partner events throughout the year. Maintains regular contact with advisees sharing news opportunities and checking in regarding their pathway progress. (10%)
Program Management:Supports the Programs Application Readiness Program and letter process through individualized application support (application personal statement school list review etc.) SelfAssessment Review and playing a vital role in letter processes including letter verification Letter Packet compilation and Letter Packet uploads. Participates in teambuilding activities collaborative projects and innovative program developments. (10%)
Position Type
TemporaryAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical vision dental paid time off tuition assistance wellness & life retirement as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay Rate:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
