Medical Assistant Trainee - September Start

Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region•Rutland Town, VT

6d•$0 - $19•Hybrid

About The Position

COMMUNITY HEATH: Community Health is a primary care network that provides nationally-recognized programs, a focus on wellness, dental, behavioral health and pediatric specialties, walk-in Express Care, a culture of community and quality health care that almost everyone, insured or uninsured, has come to depend on. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer a team-oriented, collaborative work environment for close to 400 employees at eight different locations in Rutland and southern Addison counties. ABOUT THE ROLE: CHCRR is seeking motivated, compassionate individuals to join our Medical Assistant Trainee Program. This structured, paid 25 week training opportunity is designed for candidates interested in starting a career at Community Health and becoming a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA). As a trainee, you will participate in a combination of classroom learning and hands-on clinical training, preparing you to support both clinical and administrative functions within our primary care practices throughout Rutland County. Weeks 1-4 Classroom learning with academic support Weeks 5-10 Coursework and clinical shadowing Weeks 11-25 Hands-on clinical training while completing coursework Monday - Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM (30 Minute Unpaid Lunch) This program includes training in: Medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology Clinical procedures and patient care techniques Vital signs, EKG, and phlebotomy basics Infection control and safety practices Patient communication and workflow coordination Combination of online coursework and clinical experience

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Strong interest in pursuing a healthcare career at Community Health
Ability to commit to completing the full training program and continuing employment at Community Health in an approved position
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Reliable transportation and flexibility across CHCRR sites
Complete all coursework and clinical training requirements (typically within 12 months)
Successfully obtain CCMA certification upon completion of the program
Commit to ongoing employment with CHCRR following program completion
Ability to provide 3 professional references from employers, teacher, past volunteer work etc.
Meet all competency and onboarding requirements
Excellent attendance and punctuality

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for exams, including taking vital signs and documenting history
Assist providers with procedures and treatments
Administer vaccines and perform routine diagnostic tests (as trained)
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
Schedule appointments and support care coordination
Communicate effectively with patients and care teams