Clinical Assistant Apprentice

Essentia Health; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Essentia Health’s Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship offers a structured path to CCMA certification through a year of on-the-job training and related courses. Apprentices work under a preceptor, performing entry-level clinical tasks in an ambulatory setting to support RNs, physicians and other providers.

Post-offer onboarding includes BCLS certification goals, with continued study and hands-on practice to prepare for the CCMA exam. Shift includes day rotation at the Superior Clinic site.

Qualifications

• Under the guidance of a Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse preceptor, assists with direct patient care in ambulatory setting.
• Apprentice performs identified procedures independently once competencies are demonstrated.
• Cares for patients from newborn to elderly as noted.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care.
• Participate in on-the-job training and classroom learning.
• Support CCMA certification process through training and exams.

Skills

Direct patient care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

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.

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.

Employment Terms:

• 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: Union
• Posting Deadline: 10/29/2026

Compensation:

• Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship Wage: $19.00
• Compensation Range: $19.00 - $19.00

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

• 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 your HR Service Center at [phone].

Values:

• Quality
• Hospitality
• Respect
• Joy
• Justice
• Stewardship
• Teamwork

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status.

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.