Medical Assistant Apprentice

Unity Care NW•Bellingham, WA

50d•$23 - $27

About The Position

A Medical Assistant education program can cost over $10,000, but we can pay YOU to learn! Are you interested in joining the UCNW clinical staff? Are you passionate about providing health care to everyone no matter their insurance status? Are you looking for a career change? Would you like to receive top-notch training while getting paid to learn? Then consider applying for Unity Care NW's Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program! The Medical Assistant provides and coordinates medical care in an outpatient setting following a patient-centered, primary care model including the following tasks: Completes patient rooming process. Completes patient testing and procedures following provider orders/standing orders. Performs desktop management and computer tasks. Performs immunizations and injections. Performs general clinical operation duties. Precepts new employees and coaches MA Apprentices. Orders supplies, medications, and vaccines. As a Medical Assistant Apprentice, you will: Complete 2,000 hours of PAID on-the-job training with the support and guidance of an experienced 1 on 1 MA coach Complete 434 hours of supplemental coursework (unpaid) & concurrent online coursework. Attend 3 in-person lab days in the Seattle area with an expert instructor to practice and demonstrate competency of hands-on technical skills Log & report on-the-job hours and skill practices as required. After successful completion of the program, you will qualify for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam through the National Health Career Association (see information at Medical Assistant Certification | CCMA (nhanow.com)). After passing the exam, you will be eligible to apply for the MA-Certified license through the Washington State Department of Health (DOH). Learn more about the MA role by watching the following video: UCNW Careers - Medical Assistant - Monika - YouTube

Requirements

Timely completion of WA State's Apprenticeship Agreement forms (if hired)
Commitment to working at UCNW as a Medical Assistant for a minimum of one year following successful program completion, testing and licensure as long as you remain in good standing as an employee
Signing UCNW's Education Assistance Agreement and Promissory Note outlining the payback clause if you do not fulfill the commitment
Available to start on Monday, January 19, 2026
Able to attend the program's required virtual kickoff meeting on Friday, July 23, 2026
If a UCNW employee, must have been in good standing in current role for at least one year – exceptions may be made upon approval

Nice To Haves

Prior health care experience
A strong interest in working with diverse patient populations

Responsibilities

Completes patient rooming process.
Completes patient testing and procedures following provider orders/standing orders.
Performs desktop management and computer tasks.
Performs immunizations and injections.
Performs general clinical operation duties.
Precepts new employees and coaches MA Apprentices.
Orders supplies, medications, and vaccines.
Complete 2,000 hours of PAID on-the-job training with the support and guidance of an experienced 1 on 1 MA coach
Complete 434 hours of supplemental coursework (unpaid) & concurrent online coursework.
Attend 3 in-person lab days in the Seattle area with an expert instructor to practice and demonstrate competency of hands-on technical skills
Log & report on-the-job hours and skill practices as required.

Benefits

A friendly and collaborative team environment
Meaningful, mission-oriented work supporting your community
A culture of inclusivity
A competitive compensation package
Medical, dental, & vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibility
6 paid holidays
Generous paid time off of 108 hours accrued in Year 1 gradually increasing to 196 hours per year over 10 years
Paid sick leave
Other paid leaves for Bereavement, Jury Duty & Bone Marrow/Organ Donation
Life/AD&D insurance
Variety of optional insurances including Supplementary Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and Travel as well as Identity Theft Protection
Flexible Spending Account
Self-funded Health Savings Account on Base Medical Insurance Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Alternative transportation incentives
Healthy Living reimbursement
Unique programs including Medical Hardship Payroll Loans, Employee Referral Bonus, Will preparation services & a gym discount
Employment that counts towards eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness – details can be viewed at Federal Student Aid.
Reimbursement of WA State license fees
Continuing Education dollars & hours for renewing your CCMA after your certified