Medical Assistant Apprentice: Train in Patient Care

Trinity Health MI; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health MI in Grand Rapids is seeking an Apprentice Medical Assistant to perform MA duties while studying toward certification. This paid role provides guided work under a Professional Development Specialist to prepare you for clinical practice.

You will assist with room setup, patient prep, vital signs, specimen collection, and basic administrative tasks such as check-in/out and referrals coordination, in a clinic or physician office setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent; enrollment in MA program required.
• Minimum: Basic business office skills, clinical skills, and computer skills.
• Preferred: Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Apprentice role; performs Medical Assistant duties while studying toward certification.
• Under supervision, deliver patient care and support clinical activities in a clinic or physician office.
• Assist with room setup, patient preparation, vital signs, specimen collection, blood draws, and vaccination administration.
• May perform administrative duties including patient check in/out, scheduling referrals and follow-ups, obtaining signatures, and directing calls.

Skills

Basic office skills

Clinical skills

Computer skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in certified Medical Assistant program (Grand Rapids Community College or Muskegon Community College)

Job description

Trinity Health MI in Grand Rapids is seeking an Apprentice Medical Assistant to perform MA duties while studying toward certification. This paid role provides guided work under a Professional Development Specialist to prepare you for clinical practice.

You will assist with room setup, patient prep, vital signs, specimen collection, and basic administrative tasks such as check-in/out and referrals coordination, in a clinic or physician office setting.