Medical Assistant Apprentice

• Department Kootenai Clinic - Lung and Asthma

The Medical Assistant Apprentice is a student currently enrolled in an approved MA program who is employed in a non-certified capacity under the direct supervision of a Certified Medical Assistant. Participants will achieve clinical and administrative skills necessary to become a Certified Medical Assistant, which will include assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a designated healthcare provider.

Kootenai Health partners with North Idaho College Workforce Training Center. Medical Assistant Apprentices work during the day in a clinic setting and attend class two evenings per week. For more information, visithttps://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). . Tuition assistance is available for this program.

Responsibilities:

• Under direct supervision, performs a variety of tasks and patient care activities, gathers vital signs, collects non-invasive body fluid specimens, and documents as needed
• Completes online coursework
• Attends weekly labs
• Demonstrates and adheres to the Kootenai Health Code of Conduct and Ethics
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be enrolled and in good standing in a state approved MA Program by Kootenai Health Orientation program
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Phlebotomists preferred
• Upon completion of the program, CCMA required
• Experience working in medical office preferred
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, confidentiality, HIPAA and electronic health record systems preferred
• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS within 60 days of hire

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility.
  
  Benefits begin on the 1 st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

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