Clinical Assistant Apprentice

Essentia Health; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Job summary

Essentia Health's Superior Clinic is offering a Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship. The role supports RN and physicians, with on-the-job training leading to CCMA certification through the National Health Associations.

Apprentices work under a preceptor, learning all facets of clinical assistant duties in an ambulatory setting. The program includes a one-year full-time training period with classroom study; compensation starts at $19.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Assist RN, physician and other providers with direct patient care in ambulatory settings.
• Apprentice to become CCMA certified through NHA board.
• On-the-job training with mentors/preceptors.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care tasks under supervision.
• Learn clinical assistant duties and review classroom materials on own time.
• Provide care to patients from newborns to elderly as assigned.

Skills

Clinical support

Patient care

BCLS certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CCMA Certification Program

Job description

Building Location:

Superior Clinic

Department:

2231800 FAMILY PRACTICE - SUPR

Job Description:

Under the guidance of a Certified Medial Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse preceptor works at an entry-level, assisting RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care in the ambulatory setting to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. As an apprentice, the Clinical Assistant in Training will perform identified procedures individually once competencies have been demonstrated. Cares for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category.

Education Qualifications:

We are hiring for a Clinical Assistant or a Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship to join our Superior Clinic.

About the Apprenticeship: Essentia Health's Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship Program offers individuals the opportunity to become certified through the National Health Associations CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) Certification program.

With a combination of one-year full time on-the-job training and educational courses, the Apprentice will be prepared to become certified through the CCMA board, which recognizes working experience as a qualification to take the exam.

Apprentices are paired with mentors/preceptors to learn all facets of the Clinical Assistant duties while they review and study classroom materials on their own time with the support of educational instructors and support staff. During your time with on-the-job training, you will work at an entry-level scope, assisting RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly.

Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship: High School diploma or equivalent

Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship Wage: $19.00

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months

• Enrolled in the In-Clinic Assistant Training Apprenticeship Program (Med Certs) advancing through learning modules for 14 weeks as skills are acquired to perform the Clinical Assistant position. Upon completion of the Med Certs training program, NHA Board CCMA certification required within 6 months of completing education program.

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

8:00am - 4:30pm

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

None

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Compensation Range:

$19.00 - $19.00

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.