Apprentice Medical Assistant

UnitedHealth Group • Irving, TX

401d • Onsite

About The Position

The Apprentice Medical Assistant position at WellMed is designed for individuals passionate about healthcare, offering a comprehensive training program that includes a paid, intensive ten-week class followed by 15 months of on-the-job training. This full-time role allows apprentices to gain the necessary skills to become Certified Clinical Medical Assistants while receiving benefits from day one. The program is open to all individuals, including those with no prior healthcare experience, and aims to prepare participants for a successful career in medical assistance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Currently hold Basic Life Support Certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Access to reliable transportation for travel to the classroom and assigned clinic.
• Tuberculosis screening and proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in both Spanish and English with effective communication skills in both languages.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit behavior and communication skills that demonstrate commitment to superior customer service.
• Use, protect, and disclose patients' protected health information (PHI) in accordance with HIPAA standards.
• Anticipate clinician's needs and carry out orders.
• Check for patients' arrival status and escort patients from waiting area to exam rooms.
• Obtain, record, and report vital signs and other pertinent patient information to RN, LVN, or clinician.
• Perform various medical procedures and medication administration as appropriate for certification.
• Perform phlebotomy, process lab specimens, and maintain lab specimen logs as appropriate.
• Assist clinician with procedures as requested.
• Ensure proper documentation of all procedures.
• Maintain and clean exam and treatment areas, specimen processing areas, and medical equipment.
• Complete or assist with the completion of appropriate forms, tracking, transport, etc.

Benefits

• Paid training program.
• Full-time employment with benefits from day one of the program.
• Opportunity to maintain employment beyond the apprenticeship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED