Medical Assistant Apprentice - Family Practice

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN

About The Position

Under the guidance of a Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse preceptor, works at an entry-level, assisting RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care in the ambulatory setting to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. As an apprentice, the Clinical Assistant in Training will perform identified procedures individually once competencies have been demonstrated. Cares for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months
Enrolled in the In-Clinic Assistant Training Apprenticeship Program (ICATAP) advancing through learning modules every 3 months for 12 months as skills are acquired to perform the Clinical Assistant position.
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.