Medical Assistant Apprentice

Trinity Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Grand Rapids offers an apprentice role performing Medical Assistant duties while studying toward certification. You will work under supervision in a clinic or physician office, delivering patient care and learning clinical tasks such as vitals, specimen collection, and immunizations.

As you progress, you may assist with procedures and handle some administrative tasks like check-in/out and scheduling, with emphasis on patient-centered care and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be eligible for enrollment in a certified Medical Assistant program at Grand Rapids Community College or Muskegon Community College.
• Preferred: Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Perform Medical Assistant duties while studying toward certification.
• Room set up and patient preparation, vitals, specimen collection, blood draws, and administration of medications and immunizations.
• Assist with procedures and treatments as trained; may perform some administrative duties including patient check in/out, scheduling referrals and follow-ups, and directing calls.

Skills

Basic business office skills

Clinical skills

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in certified Medical Assistant program at Grand Rapids Community College or Muskegon Community College

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Apprentice role; performs Medical Assistant duties while studying toward certification. Within limits of current training, work is guided and overseen by a Professional Development Specialist.

Works in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of a licensed clinical professional in a clinic or physician office. Upon completion of the apprenticeship, team member will be able to facilitate all aspects of the patient visit experience, including, but not limited to: Clinical duties: room set up and patient preparation, point of care tests, vital signs, specimen collection, blood draws, and administration of medications and immunizations. Environment: room cleaning and sterile processing, quality controls, fire and other safety precautions.

May assist Physician and Advanced Practice Professional with procedures and treatments as trained and directed. May perform some administrative duties including patient check in and out, scheduling referrals and follow-ups, obtaining signatures, and directing phone calls.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent. Must also be eligible for enrollment in a certified Medical Assistant program at Grand Rapids Community College or Muskegon Community College.

Related Experience

Minimum: Basic business office skills, clinical skills, and computer skills.

Preferred: Knowledge of medical terminology.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.