Medical Assistant Apprentice

MA Apprenticeship Program

This program will equip you with everything you need to succeed as a Medical Assistant and play a very important role in patient care. A Medical Assistant is responsible for supporting providers, performing clinical duties, providing health education, and more!

The MA Apprentice will begin training upon hire and will be enrolled in a state registered apprenticeship program starting January 2027 that will prepare them to become a Certified Medical Assistant. This position will work full time in clinic and log 2,000 on-the-job training hours over the 12-month program. All clinical skills are taught hands-on under the guidance of a coach. Apprentices also complete an online course comprised of textbook readings, discussion posts, skill videos, quizzes, and more, that takes an average of 10 hours per week to complete. The online curriculum must be completed during unpaid time, typically in evenings and on weekends.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greets variety of patients and escorts to exam room; informs patient of time delays throughout visit.
• Prepares patients for provider; anticipates needs of provider to maintain efficient patient flow.
• Performs and documents injections and immunizations.
• Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for patients.
• Cleans, prepares, and sterilizes instruments.
• Assists provider with procedures, exams, and patient education.
• Obtains prescription refills under the direction and authorization of provider.
• Manages appropriate patient referrals and required documentation.
• Observes and follows required safety protocols, including handling and disposal of sharps, use of personal protective equipment, exposure to blood borne pathogens, and general safety of employees and patients.
• Answers telephones, schedules patients, and supports care team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Excellent customer service, oral and written communications skills
• Compassion for patients required
• Team-orientated
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment, with ability to anticipate future needs.
• Basic computer user skills
• Basic knowledge of Medical terminology

Full-time Benefits:

• Flexible and Supportive Training
• 12 Annual Vacation Days
• 12 Annual Sick Days
• 7 Holidays and 3 Personal Days annually
• Health Insurance options through Medica with HSA
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
• $50,000 Life Insurance plan
• $2,000 Dental Benefit
• Retirement plans through American Funds

To support your Certification, we will provide:

• BLS Certification
• Cost of first MA Certification exam covered
• Certification Renewal Reimbursement

For more information contact the Human Resources Department:

Email: hr@scenicrivershealth.org or Call: 218-361-3161

About Us: Scenic Rivers Health Services is a Community Health Center and a Federally Qualified Health Center. Originally started as Cook Area Health Services in 1979, we’ve been expanding into new clinics and gaining new providers ever since. We currently serve an 8,300 square mile area with seven medical clinics and four dental clinics. Scenic Rivers Health Services is associated with critical access hospitals in Cook and Bigfork, allowing us to provide patient care 24 hours a day.

Culture Statement: At Scenic Rivers Health Services we strive for a positive culture. Teamwork is valued in a supportive environment to achieve optimal patient care. We encourage a strong work-life balance, with a positive mindset and respect for each other. All employees play a critical role in shaping a culture of accountability, ensuring they and their coworkers meet high standards, thus inspiring everyone on our team.