Ross Medical Education Center in Grand Rapids has enjoyed a partnership with West Michigan Pain and Michigan Primary Care Partners in Grand Rapids and Big Rapids for the last three years. Affiliated with all major hospitals in Grand Rapids, the office is very well-known in the community and boasts very reputable doctors and staff. The externship experiences that Medical Assistant and Medical Insurance Billing and Office Administration students receive there are excellent. Students get an amazing hands-on experience in both the front and the back of the busy, fast-paced office. The practice is a Priority Health Spine Center of Excellence Partner, and the students that complete their externships there learn an incredible amount about internal medicine and pain management.
To find out more, read the interview below with Benjamin Korte, Director of Marketing:
What do you like about Ross graduates?
They are definitely well-prepared and are more than qualified. They usually stand out above the others when they come in for interviews, because they are prepared for the interview as well as in their knowledge and what they bring to the table.
What is something you like about working with Ross?
I can always trust Ross to come through with resumes. They not only strive match our company’s needs, but they also send graduates with the professionalism and skills necessary to meet our standards.
How is the Career Services staff at Ross?
They are excellent to work with. They are timely with any needs and requests. If I call them about an opening, by the end of the day I guarantee I’ll have resumes. It’s evident too that they really care about their students and really want them to find placement. So they always listen to what our needs are and are spot on with their recommendations. They handpick their resumes for the job.
How would you describe your experience with having externs from Ross?
They have been qualified, and sometimes externship turns into a permanent position. I think it’s a great way for students to get their feet wet and get some experience.
Overall, how would you assess the success rate of Ross graduates?
It’s excellent; they do well. I hire Ross first. They aren’t going to waste my time.
What’s the main advantage of hiring a Ross graduate?
You know what you are going to get. From start to finish, it will be an easy process, and they will more than meet the needs of the position. Also, they are very trainable.
If it weren’t for Ross graduates, how would your office be affected?
It would be really tough to find and keep successful employees in our organization.
To learn more about West Michigan Pain and Michigan Primary Care Partners, visit their websites at http://www.westmichiganpain.com/ and www.michiganprimarycarepartners.com. You can also visit their office in Grand Rapids at 4024 Park East Ct. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 or call (616) 975-1186. To visit their Big Rapids office, go to 20095 Gilbert Rd., Big Rapids, MI 49307 or call (231) 592-3102.