Medical Assistant Apprentice - Fall 2025 - Lakewood

Commonspirit; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking Medical Assistant Apprentices for a 6-month program starting August 18th. Participants will gain hands-on experience while preparing for certification. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, including tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Qualifications

• Customer service and leadership experience required.
• BLS certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Work 12-32 hours weekly in MAI roles, including schooling.
• Locations include Primary and Specialty Care units.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Medical Assistant Apprentice - Fall 2025 - Lakewood

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Overview

CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region is committed to building healthier communities and advocating for the vulnerable. With locations across Colorado, Utah, and Kansas, we offer diverse opportunities in healthcare. Our team of over 150,000 employees and 25,000 clinicians operates more than 2,200 care sites, including hospitals, clinics, and community programs.

Program Details

The 6-month Medical Assistant (MA) Apprenticeship Program begins on August 18th. It prepares participants for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant test (CCMA) through the National Healthcareer Association. The program combines online coursework with on-site labs at local Community Colleges. Apprentices will be hired as Uncertified Medical Assistants, with wages paid during training, and transition into certified roles upon passing the exam.

Responsibilities and Schedule

• Work 12-32 hours weekly in MAI roles, 2-4 days Monday-Friday, including 1 day of schooling, totaling roughly 10 hours weekly.
• Locations include Primary and Specialty Care units reporting to St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, Littleton, or Belmar (specific sites discussed during interviews).

Educational Partners

Arapahoe Community College (Littleton Campus) or Front Range Community College (Westminster Campus).

Qualifications

• Customer service and leadership experience from high school or employment.
• Basic office and computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and email.
• Attention to detail, HS Diploma/GED required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to enroll in approved local colleges.

Additional Benefits

Competitive compensation starting at $18/hour, increasing upon certification. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness, and more.

Other Details

• Employment type: Full-time, Internship level.
• Shift: Days.