Medical Assistant Apprenticeship: Hands-On Training

Wellness Pointe; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellness Pointe in Texas hosts a Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program designed to train individuals to assist with patient care under licensed staff. Apprentices will follow a structured curriculum and learn to perform essential clinical tasks under supervision.

The program emphasizes interviewing patients, taking vital signs, preparing treatment rooms, assisting with procedures, and coordinating routine laboratory tests while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Capable of interpreting and following medical instructions.
• Strong communication with patients and staff.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Willingness to learn through a formal curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Follow and complete the approved medical assistant curriculum.
• Interview patients and measure vitals (pulse, temperature, BP, weight, height) and record on charts.
• Prepare treatment rooms, drape patients, position instruments, assist clinicians, sterilize instruments, stock supplies, and assist with injections and routine labs.
• Follow all instructions from the clinical trainer/proctor.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Vital signs

Adaptability

Professional demeanor

Independent work under pressure

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Approval into medical assistant apprenticeship program

Job description

Wellness Pointe in Texas hosts a Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program designed to train individuals to assist with patient care under licensed staff. Apprentices will follow a structured curriculum and learn to perform essential clinical tasks under supervision.

The program emphasizes interviewing patients, taking vital signs, preparing treatment rooms, assisting with procedures, and coordinating routine laboratory tests while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.