Medical Assistant Apprentice: Hands-on Care & Admin

J Arthur Dosher memorial hospital; Southport (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital in North Carolina is seeking a Medical Assistant Apprentice to perform administrative and clinical duties under provider direction. The role includes scheduling, medical records tasks, patient intake, and preparation for examinations.

Responsibilities also include taking vital signs, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, and ensuring patient confidentiality per HIPAA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment in an approved Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program.
• Must obtain Medical Assistant certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments and register patients; collect billing info and co-pays.
• Answer incoming calls and route to appropriate staff.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for the provider.
• Interview patients to obtain medical history and vital signs; assist provider.
• Obtain and prepare specimens for lab analysis; schedule tests and report critical results.

Skills

Follow instructions

HIPAA confidentiality

Independent judgment

Clinical teamwork

Handle stress

Vital signs collection

Administer injections (supervised)

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Enroll in Medical Assistant Apprenticeship

MA certification within 1 year

Job description

J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital in North Carolina is seeking a Medical Assistant Apprentice to perform administrative and clinical duties under provider direction. The role includes scheduling, medical records tasks, patient intake, and preparation for examinations.

Responsibilities also include taking vital signs, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, and ensuring patient confidentiality per HIPAA.