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Washington University of St. Louis

$16.92 - $26.44/hr

This role is well-suited for those interested in a gap year(s) where they will be spending time in a research lab acquiring new skills under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory ...

Washington University of St. Louis

$16.92 - $26.44/hr

This role is well-suited for those interested in a gap year(s) where they will be spending time in a research lab acquiring new skills under the direction of the PI and/or experienced laboratory ...

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How much do gap year jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for gap year in the United States is $45.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.78 and $51.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a gap year?

A gap year is a break typically taken by students between high school and college, or sometimes between college and graduate school, to travel, work, volunteer, or gain life experience outside of a traditional academic setting. The purpose of a gap year is to allow individuals to explore their interests, develop new skills, and gain perspective before continuing their education or starting a career. Many students find that taking a gap year helps them clarify their goals and return to school more motivated and focused.

What is a gap year job?

A Gap Year job is temporary employment undertaken during a break from formal education or before starting a long-term career. These jobs provide valuable work experience, skill development, and potential travel opportunities. Common roles include internships, seasonal work, teaching abroad, and hospitality jobs. Many people take Gap Year jobs to explore career interests, gain financial independence, or immerse themselves in new cultures.

What kinds of responsibilities or projects might I take on during a gap year role?

Gap year positions often involve a mix of hands-on projects and administrative tasks designed to build practical skills. Depending on the organization, you might assist with research, support event planning, or help with outreach initiatives. Many gap year roles also encourage collaboration with experienced professionals, offering valuable mentorship and networking opportunities. These responsibilities are structured to help you gain exposure to different career paths while developing workplace readiness.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a gap year coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Gap Year Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, experience in program management or education, and a background in counseling or youth development. Familiarity with project management software, travel logistics systems, and risk assessment protocols is typically required. Excellent interpersonal communication, cultural sensitivity, and problem-solving skills help you support students and build partnerships. These qualities are vital to creating safe, impactful, and well-structured gap year experiences for participants.

What is the difference between Gap Year vs Intern?

AspectGap YearIntern
PurposePersonal growth, travel, skill development before or after educationGaining work experience in a specific field
CredentialsTypically no formal credentials requiredOften requires enrollment in a program or related coursework
Work EnvironmentVaries widely; travel, volunteer, or temporary rolesOffice, company, or organization settings
DurationUsually 3 months to a yearTypically a few months, often part-time or full-time

While a Gap Year involves taking time off for personal development, travel, or volunteering without a specific career focus, an Intern position is more targeted towards gaining industry-specific work experience, often with formal or semi-formal credentials. Both serve as valuable opportunities but differ mainly in purpose and structure.

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Infographic showing various Gap Year job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,653 per year, or $45.5 per hour.

Official 2026 APDerm Gap Year Medical Assistant Application

APDerm

Acton, MA • On-site

$19.50 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

APDerm rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview
Have you considered a Gap Year Internship as a Medical Assistant before going to Medical or PA School?
This is the official application for placements in 2026.
We have Gap year positions available at many of our practice locations! The APDerm Network of Practices consists of multiple brands that share a dedication to delivering exceptional outcomes by making comprehensive dermatology services available and accessible to all patients within their local communities.
As a Gap Year Medical Assistant, you will have the opportunity to:
  • Learn about general, surgical and cosmetic dermatology
  • Obtain valuable patient care that is transferrable to any specialty
  • Receive mentorship from practicing Dermatologists
  • Maximize your changes of getting into medical school
  • Receive medical school interview training
  • Collaborate with other Gap Interns

As a Gap Year Medical Assistant, you can expect to:
  • Assist physicians with office procedures for biopsies, surgeries and treatments for various skin conditions
  • Document/scribe for physicians in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
  • Provide patient education and post-operative care instructions
  • Work as part of a team within the practice

APDerm offers competitive pay, paid time off (PTO), sick time, paid holidays, health, dental, and other voluntary benefits, effective on your date of hire.
We held a Virtual Open House on 12/12/25 to learn more about the program, and you can view the recording here: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Pf_CBX1GVUcICNklw5_HESI7TbkRRm_TevneQmku9U9csqnPqTgAowj67Bt132ne.4LH4bbiI6N7JXThB?startTime=1765578997000
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Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the clinician and reporting directly to the Practice Manager, the Gap Intern shall provide direct and indirect care to a specified group of patients in our dermatology healthcare setting. Gap Interns work in collaboration with the clinician and other ambulatory support staff with the office location and with other disciplines to deliver quality patient care. Gap Interns are employed under the premise that they will be employed by the organization for 1-3 years, then transition to a medical school or physician assistant program.
THIS POSITION MAY REQUIRE WORK TO BE PERFORMED AT MULTIPLE LOCATIONS / EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO WORK/COMMUTE TO ALL SITES.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but are not limited to:
  • Scribes and documents office visit on computer for clinician.
  • Cross coverage when needed.
  • May assist clinical trainer in training new MAs and Gap Interns and retraining current MAs and Gap Interns.
  • Ensures that all necessary information and materials are present for clinician prior to the patient visit.
  • Receives and communicates information through various processes, including (but not limited to) use of computers, Intranet, e-mail, fax, and documentation in patient's medical record. Follow HIPAA rules and regulations.
  • Ensures that all appropriate equipment is in good working order at the beginning of the day and that adequate supplies are available for patient procedure/visit.
  • Ensure appropriate levels of supplies and inventory for office needs by utilizing the appropriate request system while understanding the importance of cost containment.
  • Obtains and electronically records an accurate history of present illness; updates patient problem list, allergies, pharmacy, medication list and history of skin cancer as indicated.
  • Instructs and teaches patients after care for surgical and cosmetic procedures. Ensure patients show understanding and document this in the patient's chart.
  • Assists with OSHA daily and monthly checks. Must have the ability to correctly maintain the OSHA log.
  • Completes suture inventory and check rooms for expiring inventory.
  • Musts be willing and able to travel to brand or region practice locations to provide clinical coverage when needed. This includes providing coverage when clinicians are on vacation as well as sick calls and PTO coverage.
  • Supports APDerm's mission and culture of high-quality standards by carrying out applicable policies, procedures and established industry standards, laws and regulations. Examples include adhering to privacy and data protection practices, ensuring a safe workplace, and reporting observed or suspected behavior and actions that do not meet APDerm standards.
  • Completes all assigned required training by the deadline including, but not limited the Code of Conduct, Privacy & Data Security, and OSHA.

Clinical Responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • Escorts patients to the appropriate room, accurately obtains and records history and chief complaint to practice standards.
  • Prepares patient for the appointment based upon the diagnosis, procedure and or practice protocols. Includes proper dress (gowns), proper set ups for the procedure to be performed, etc.
  • Performs proper pre-visit procedure under the direction of the clinician prior to the patient's visit (suture removal, dressing removal).
  • Must be willing to learn and perform ancillary services per practice needs, to include phototherapy, xtrac, PDT, etc.
  • Assists clinician in educating patients on biologic injection protocols.
  • Sterilizes and packages instruments.
  • Observes and reports any abnormal symptoms or behaviour to appropriate clinician.
  • Organizes and prioritizes daily work tasks to ensure the clinicians schedule runs smoothly, and all patient needs are met.
  • Utilizes standard precautions in room preparation and while assisting with procedures/exams.
  • Performs appropriate specimen collection (including labelling, ensuring the specimen is in the bottle and practice protocol).
  • Records and maintains pathology logbook to ensure that all pathology reports have been properly documented.
  • Provides and reviews appropriate instructions to patients regarding procedures or testing.
  • Maintains confidentiality and acknowledges patients' rights in interactions with the patient/family and other health care workers.
  • Performs suture removals or other procedures as directed by the clinician.
  • Performs proper dosing and mixing of medications: Buffered Lidocaine, Kenalog, Sclerotherapy preparations, Botox- Cosmetic & Hyperhidrosis, etc.
  • Performs injections of subcutaneous and intramuscular medications upon demonstrating competency and with a supervisory agreement in place.
  • Seeks advice from a clinician when needed for treatment adjustment or complications.
  • Utilizes team leader or manager as a resource.

Ancillary Service Responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • Prepares patient for the treatment based upon the referring clinicians order, sets up for the proper procedure to be performed including:
    • needed consent(s)
    • calibrating machine
    • preparing treatment area per clinician protocol
    • performing treatment per clinician protocol
    • provide patient with appropriate pre and post care instructions
  • Escorts patient to the appropriate treatment room and inquires about response to previous treatments per practice standards
  • Demonstrates knowledge and safety practices of ancillary services as established per protocol
  • Seeks advice from clinician when needed, for treatment adjustment or complications
  • Responsible for accuracy of EMR documentation and for accuracy in billing for services provided
  • Routes clinical documentation to the referring clinician for final review and signature

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree for an accredited college or university.

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities:
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required to communicate with patients, family members, clinicians, as well as other colleagues in a positive, professional manner.
  • Knowledge of laser safety and protocols.
  • Ability to assist clinician with preparation of cosmetic procedures.
  • Must possess strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills to ensure patient's needs are met.
  • Must possess excellent computer skills to input and retrieve clinical information.
  • Utilize critical thinking and good judgment in performance of tasks.
  • Must possess organizational skills and can multitask.
  • Must be able to prioritize daily assignment to ensure smooth workflow.

Physical Requirements
  • Stand for extended periods of time; push, pull and reach; occasionally bend, sit, stoop and stretch.
  • Have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate medical equipment (e.g., Xtrac Laser).
  • Have a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports; specific vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
  • Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

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Industry

Outpatient health care

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Acton, MA, US

Year founded

1992

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