Certified Medical Assistant Apprentice - Bismarck

Essentia Health•Bismarck, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This Certified Medical Assistant On-the-Job Training Program offers motivated candidates the opportunity to build the skills, confidence, and hands-on experience needed to succeed in a dynamic clinical setting. This cohort-based training program, beginning in July 2026, brings participants together as a group to create a strong learning community. You’ll train alongside peers who share your goals, gaining valuable knowledge, real-world experience, and the support needed to grow into a successful Certified Medical Assistant. Under the guidance of a Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse preceptor, you will work at an entry-level, assisting RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care in the ambulatory setting. As an apprentice, the Clinical Assistant in Training will perform identified procedures individually once competencies have been demonstrated. You will care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months.
Must be registered as a Medication Assistant III through the North Dakota Board of Nursing within 60 days of hire/transfer.
Clinical Assistant can NOT administer medication prior to being registered as a MAIII through the ND BON.

Nice To Haves

Upon completion of the ICATAP apprentice program, CCMA Board Certification is required within 12 months of completing the apprentice education program and meeting the on the job hours requirement.

Responsibilities

Assist RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care in the ambulatory setting.
Perform identified procedures individually once competencies have been demonstrated.
Care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly.