Medical Assistant Paid Training Program January 4th 2027 Class

St. Elizabeth Physicians; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Nights, Holidays, or Weekends

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision

403b with Match

Opportunity for Career Growth

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Physicians offers a Medical Assistant Paid Training Program designed to fast-track eligible candidates into the medical field.

Participants complete an internal SEP training program overseen by the Education Team, culminating in a final competency check and potential full-time placement as a Medical Assistant. The program runs January 4, 2027 – March 26, 2027, with 6 weeks classroom and 6 weeks office training, paid from day one, and no nights, holidays, or weekends except for

Qualifications

• Be 18 years or older.
• Have at least 1 year of work experience.
• Pass a drug screen and background check.
• Be a US citizen or permanent resident/green card holder.
• Successful completion of SEP training program required to maintain employment

Responsibilities

• Complete six weeks of classroom training; 8a-4:30p daily.
• Six weeks of training in an office with a designated preceptor.
• One day for a final skills assessment and competency check off.
• Interns are SEP employees and are paid from day one.
• Upon completion of the training program, the MA Intern will obtain a full-time MA position with SEP.

Skills

Ability to manage and prioritize tasks

Ability to learn new computer skills

Good organizational skills

Team-based decision making

Independent work

Customer service orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred: CNA vocational training or healthcare experience

Job description

Job Summary

Reports to the Manager, the Medical Assistant Paid Training Program is an accelerated training course created for candidates who have a desire to begin their career in the medical field and become a Medical Assistant. As an MA Intern participant, you are required to successfully complete the internal MA training program. This program is conducted and overseen by the SEP Education Team and the determination of your successful completion is at their full discretion. You will be required to pass a final check off in two phases: after hands‑on training with the Education Team and after in‑office training with a preceptor. The MA Intern is responsible for compliance with all OSHA/CLIA and HIPAA regulations and ensuring completion of all duties vital to business operations. The MA Intern is responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, family members, and other visitors to the office.

Job Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Job Summary

Reports to the Manager, the Medical Assistant Paid Training Program is an accelerated training course created for candidates who have a desire to begin their career in the medical field and become a Medical Assistant. As an MA Intern participant, you are required to successfully complete the internal MA training program. This program is conducted and overseen by the SEP Education Team and the determination of your successful completion is at their full discretion. You will be required to pass a final check off in two phases: after hands‑on training with the Education Team and after in‑office training with a preceptor. The MA Intern is responsible for compliance with all OSHA/CLIA and HIPAA regulations and ensuring completion of all duties vital to business operations. The MA Intern is responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, family members, and other visitors to the office.

Job Description

Medical Assistant Paid Training Program

Dates

January 4, 2027 – March 26, 2027

Benefits

• No Nights, Holidays, or Weekends. Exceptions include Urgent Care and After-Hours Clinics
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 403b with Match
• Opportunity for Career Growth

Qualifications

• Be 18 years or older
• Have at least 1 year of work experience
• Have obtained a High School Diploma or GED
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Pass a drug screen and background check
• Be a US citizen or permanent resident/green card holder

Education

Minimum: H.S. Diploma/GED

Successful completion of SEP training program required to maintain employment

Years Of Experience

External Candidates: 1 year of work experience (excluding non-paid externships)

Preferred: CNA vocational school or other healthcare experience.

Internal Candidates: PSR or Phlebotomist with SEP; waiving one year in current role if staying in same office or with Transfer Exception.

Requirements

A signed Work/Training Agreement upon acceptance into the program, committing to giving TWO YEARS of employment to SEP. If 2 years of employment with SEP is not successfully completed, repayment of the training will be required.

Training Overview

• 6 weeks of classroom training; 8a-4:30p daily
• 6 weeks of training in an office with a designated preceptor.
• 1 day for a final skills assessment and competency check off.
• Interns are considered SEP employees and are paid from day one.
• Upon completion of the training program and successfully passing the skills and competency assessment, the MA Intern will obtain a full‑time MA position with SEP.

Required Skills And Knowledge

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to learn new computer skills.
• Must have good organizational skills and work professionally with doctors, hospital administration and management, SEP employees and the public.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team‑based decision‑making culture.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently resulting in effective outcomes and on‑time performance.
• Must respond and follow through to requests from customers promptly.
• Must work carefully and precisely with attention to detail.
• Must utilize resources wisely.
• Performs duties willingly and with initiative. Shares necessary information so co‑workers can do the same.
• Cooperates with other departments and work groups.

Clinical Training

Training may vary by practice and could include any or all of the following:

• Obtaining vital signs (manual blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature)
• Assisting providers with exams and procedures
• Administering injections and immunizations
• Performing EKG and other essential laboratory procedures
• Collecting patient samples (fingerstick, throat/nose swabs, urine)
• Answer and triage patient phone calls and questions

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Right Career. Right Here.

If you have a passion for taking care of the community and are interested in Healthcare, you will take pride in the level of care we provide at St. Elizabeth. We take care of patients and each other.

Equal Opportunity Statement

St. Elizabeth Physicians is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age or any other characteristic that is protected by state or federal law.