Medical Assistant Apprenticeship

Wellness Pointe • Longview, TX

5d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program provides medical education through an accredited medical assistant program to prepare the apprentice to provide assistive care to patients. The apprentice follows and completes a set curriculum within an agreed time frame, learns efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of licensed staff, and assists licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to patients as directed.

The apprentice follows and successfully completes a pre-approved written medical assistant curriculum and follows all instructions from the clinical trainer or proctor. The role includes learning patient interviewing and vital-sign measurement and documentation, preparing examination rooms and patients, supporting providers during examinations and procedures, cleaning and sterilizing instruments, managing medical supplies, giving injections or treatment, and coordinating routine laboratory tests. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Completed medical assistant apprenticeship application.
• Approval from the COO and DOO for admission to the program.
• Valid Texas Driver's License, appropriate driving record, and auto liability insurance meeting the minimum required by Texas law.
• Ability to adhere to client-related policies and procedures, including confidentiality.
• Ability to adhere to all program requirements and the signed contract.
• Familiarity with goals and general methods of practices used by medical staff.
• Ability to interpret, understand, and carry out orders.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, visitors, and patients, and to accept supervision and direction.
• Demonstrated human-relations and effective communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a pleasant and professional attitude toward patients and personnel.
• Energetic, forward-thinking, and creative approach, with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.
• Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure.
• Superior organizational and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Typically, 1–2 years of experience in a medical setting (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Follow and successfully complete a pre-approved written medical assistant curriculum within the agreed time frame.
• Learn to interview patients, measure vital signs—including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height—and record information in patient charts.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, drape and position patients, and arrange instruments and equipment.
• Act as a chaperone during patient examinations when requested and assist with procedures.
• Clean and sterilize instruments.
• Inventory and order medical supplies and materials.
• Give injections or treatment and coordinate routine laboratory tests.
• Follow instructions provided by the clinical trainer or proctor.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED