Medical Assistant - Apprentice

002 Sea Mar Community Health Center; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Washington state seeks a Medical Assistant Apprentice (MA-A) to support providers and the care team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered primary care while participating in a state-approved apprenticeship program. This paid on-the-job training combines coursework to prepare the apprentice for Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) credentialing.

Starting wage is $21.30 per hour with a Monday–Friday schedule; full-time opportunities and a benefits package

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required;19+ age minimum.
• Eligible to participate in WA State-approved MA Apprenticeship Program.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• HIV/AIDS training required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not mandatory.
• Ambulatory/primary care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients; obtain histories and vital signs.
• Track and document clinical quality measures in the EHR.
• Assist providers with exams, minor procedures, and charting.
• Administer immunizations and medications per standing orders.
• Coordinate labs, referrals, and specialty care.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain infection control standards.
• Participate in care team huddles and support patient flow.
• Provide excellent customer service using the AIDET model.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

WA State-approved MA Apprenticeship Program

CPR/BLS certification

HIV/AIDS training

Tools

EHR (HEDIS/UDS)

Job description

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State.

Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services.

Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization Medical Assistant Apprentice (MA-A).

Medical Assistant Apprentice (MA-A)

The Medical Assistant Apprentice (MA-A) supports providers and the care team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered primary care while participating in a structured, state-approved apprenticeship program. This role combines paid on-the-job training with coursework to prepare the apprentice for Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) credentialing.

Key Duties

• Room patients; obtain histories and vital signs
• Track and document clinical quality measures in the EHR (HEDIS, UDS, etc.)
• Assist providers with exams, minor procedures, and charting
• Administer immunizations and medications per standing orders and scope of practice
• Coordinate labs, referrals, and specialty care
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain infection control standards
• Participate in care team huddles and support patient flow
• Provide excellent customer service using the AIDET model

Program Requirements

• Completion of 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job training with an MA coach
• Completion of 364 hours of supplemental coursework (unpaid)
• Attendance at required in-person lab days and certification testingTrack and submit training hours and skill documentation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; at least 18 years of age
• Eligible to participate in a WA State-approved MA Apprenticeship Program
• CPR/BLS required
• HIV/AIDS training required
• Ability to commit time outside of work hours for coursework
• Ambulatory or primary care experience preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Fast-paced outpatient setting. May require travel to other clinic locations.

Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement.

Starting Wage: $21.30 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (can be edited based on clinic needs)

What We Offer

• Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.
• 401(k)/Retirement options
• Opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive benefits package.

Sea Mar is an equal opportunity employer.