Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship Program

Essentia Health • Baxter, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Essentia Health’s Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship Program combines on-the-job training with educational courses to prepare apprentices for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification. Apprentices are paired with mentors or preceptors to learn the facets of Clinical Assistant duties while studying classroom materials with support from educational instructors and staff. During on-the-job training, apprentices work at an entry-level scope, assisting registered nurses, physicians, and other providers with direct patient care for patients ranging from newborns to elderly adults. Positions are scheduled 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some departments offering flexibility to work 32–40 hours per week. Applications close November 13, 2026.

Requirements

• Be certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), or be able to obtain certification within three months.
• Enroll in the Med Certs training program.
• Obtain NHA Board CCMA certification within six months of completing the education program.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses, physicians, and other providers with direct patient care.
• Learn the facets of Clinical Assistant duties through on-the-job training with mentors or preceptors.
• Review and study classroom materials with support from educational instructors and staff.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance, along with supplemental options
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off and personal leave
• Wellness resources, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed