Medical Assistant Apprentice (On Site, Austin, TX)

Central Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Health offers a Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program designed as an 'earn and learn' pathway for individuals aiming to become certified medical assistants. Apprentices will gain valuable experience in direct and indirect patient care while participating in a structured training program that combines instruction and practicum experience.

Qualifications

• Mandatory in-person full attendance.
• Must be 18 years or above by start date.

Responsibilities

• Complete the medical assistant apprenticeship program per schedule.
• Successfully complete assigned course modules and clinical practicum hours.
• Observe health and safety procedures and maintain patient confidentiality.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

JOB SUMMARY

The Central Health Medical Assistant (MA) Apprenticeship Program is a true "earn and learn" pathway to employment for individuals wanting to become a certified medical assistant. All apprentices will be full-time employees with benefits and eligible for hire upon completion of the program. The program prepares apprentices to complete the medical assistant certification exam.

This program includes 15 weeks of paid apprenticeship which includes 360 hours of instruction and a minimum of 160 hours of practicum experience. The Medical Assistant Apprentice provides direct and indirect patient care activities in accordance with the training program in an ambulatory care setting under the direction of an apprentice preceptor.

Mandatory in-person full attendance is expected, and vacation will not be granted in this expedited program. Apprentice must be 18 years or above, clear all Austin Community College registration holds prior to starting the program, and always be in good standing.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Complete the medical assistant apprenticeship program following the assigned schedule.Successfully complete course modules.Successfully complete required clinical practicum hours.Observes and follows health and safety procedures.Adheres to patient confidentiality at all times and treats patients with courtesy and respect.Collaborates, communicates respectfully and professionally with all members of the care team in providing patient-centered care and regarding processes and clinical issues.Provides culturally competent care to diverse patient population.

Qualifications

REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent

Age 18 and above by start date

Mandatory in-person full attendance