Medical Assistant Apprentice: Paid Training & Certification

essentiahealth; Wahpeton (ND); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

PTO & Holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Essentia Health in Wahpeton is launching a Medical Assistant Apprentice program within our Wahpeton Clinic. You will be hired to work in primary care and funded to complete education and certification as a Medical Assistant, through a qualifying program with a partnering organization.

The program requires a 1-year work commitment after course completion. The apprenticeship provides hands-on clinical training, cohort-based learning starting July 2026, mentorship from experienced clinicians, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire.
• Enrollment in Medcerts training program for CMA/MA pathway.
• CCMA Board Certification required within 12 months of completing apprentice education.
• ND Board of Nursing registration as MAIII within 60 days of program completion.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on training as a clinical assistant in a primary care setting.
• Participate in cohort-based training beginning July 2026.
• Gaining skills in patient care, clinical procedures, and administrative duties.
• Receive ongoing coaching and mentorship throughout the program.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Essentia Health in Wahpeton is launching a Medical Assistant Apprentice program within our Wahpeton Clinic. You will be hired to work in primary care and funded to complete education and certification as a Medical Assistant, through a qualifying program with a partnering organization.

The program requires a 1-year work commitment after course completion. The apprenticeship provides hands-on clinical training, cohort-based learning starting July 2026, mentorship from experienced clinicians, and