ELIZABETH MARRERO

Externship Coordinator

American Institute

10.2018 - Current

Company Overview: As an Externship Coordinator, your primary responsibility is facilitating meaningful and educational externship experiences for students, providing them with valuable real-world exposure in their chosen field of study
You will collaborate with academic institutions, employers, and students to ensure the successful planning, execution, and evaluation of externship programs
Your role bridges the gap between academia and the professional world, helping students gain practical skills and networks
Assist the Medical Assistant Program Director with administrative work and extern-students
Participate in the writing and development of the course curriculum to remain current with industry requirements
Teach medical assistant classes covering medical law and ethics, medical terminology, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology of the human body, computer software, medical billing, and medical insurance
Responsible for teaching and supervising clinical and diagnostic screening procedures, including venipuncture, EKG, vital signs, finger pokes, UA's, pregnancy tests, blood sugars, and injections
Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, handouts, and classroom lectures
As an Externship Coordinator, your primary responsibility is facilitating meaningful and educational externship experiences for students, providing them with valuable real-world exposure in their chosen field of study
You will collaborate with academic institutions, employers, and students to ensure the successful planning, execution, and evaluation of externship programs
Your role bridges the gap between academia and the professional world, helping students gain practical skills and networks
Prepared statistical reports on the success rate of each student's externship experience.
Provided guidance and support to students throughout the duration of their externships.
Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Assessed student eligibility criteria prior to placement into an appropriate externship opportunity.
Advised students on course selection and academic pathways.
Provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school.
Planned and conducted orientation programs and group conferences to promote adjustment of individuals to new life experiences.
Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
Instructed individuals in job search and application strategies, resume writing and interview skills.
Referred to tests, records and interviews to evaluate students' or individuals' abilities and interests.
Directed and participated in recruitment and enrollment activities.
Established partnerships with local businesses in order to create more internship opportunities.
Coordinated virtual information sessions with employers about available externship opportunities.
Identified cases of abuse, encouraging students or parents to seek assistance from mental health professionals.
Collaborated with faculty members on program development initiatives related to internships.
Conducted orientations for both students and employers to ensure successful outcomes.
Planned and promoted career and employment-related programs and events, fully coordinating job fairs and career workshops.
Advised students regarding their career goals and objectives in relation to externships.
Worked closely with academic departments in order to facilitate course credit for eligible internships.
Observed students during classroom activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior and social development.
Compiled and studied educational and economic information to assist individuals in determining vocational and educational objectives.
Established and supervised peer-counseling and peer-tutoring programs.
Maintained contact database of current and former interns, employers, alumni contacts.
Provided disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology and assistance accessing facilities.
Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.
Established contacts with employers to create internship and employment opportunities for students.
Developed, managed, and administered externship programs for students.
Maintained accurate and complete student records required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
Facilitated communication between students, employers, faculty advisors, and university staff.
Researched new organizations that could provide relevant learning experiences for students.
Maintained accurate records of student applications, placements, and evaluations.

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Externship Coordinator

CCMA/ CMAA

Education

Medical Assistant Diploma -

Liberal Arts -

BS - Psychology

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Externship Coordinator

CCMA/ CMAA

Medical Assistant Diploma -

Liberal Arts -

BS - Psychology

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