Medical Assistant Apprentice

Number of Job Openings Available:1Date Posted:February 13, 2025Department:62000631 MA Training ProgramShift:Day (United States of America)Shift Length:8 hour shiftHours Per Week:40Union Contract:Non-Union-NCTWeekend Rotation: NoneJob Summary:Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.Key Position Details:1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week period)8-hour day shiftsNo weekends, holidays Job Description:The Medical Assistant (MA) Apprentice role provides patient care within limits of current training, while taking coursework and studying toward completion of a Medical Assistant program. Their work is guided and supervised by Allina site nursing leadership in collaboration with the school based on the progressive completion of the curriculum. The goal is delivering excellent patient care while fostering the learning needs of the MA Apprentice. Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship Program course requirements, the MA Apprentice will be eligible to apply for a Medical Assistant role and perform full duties as stated in the MA job description.Expectations:-MA Apprenticeship requires the employee to work part-time at an Allina clinic based on program time commitment AND be accepted and in good standing with the Medical Assistant program at an approved MA program.-MA Apprentice will complete MA course curriculum.-MA Apprentice will complete Allina LMS course to coincide with completed curriculum.Principle ResponsibilitiesPerform limited skills & duties while attending coursework at an Allina approved MA program. Role may include, but is not limited to, cleaning and stocking rooms, copying, faxing, preparing patient forms, transcribing patient responses to questionnaires.The roles & duties will expand as MA apprentice moves through the MA coursework and demonstrates competency. These clinical skills & duties will align with the MA program curriculum progression and MA job description.Assigned Allina PreceptorTrainer will validate MA Apprentice to ensure competency to perform task independently.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsMust be 18 years of age with education andor experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job descriptionMust be enrolled in an Allina approved accredited Medical Assistant programPreferred Qualifications High school diploma or GEDLicensesCertificationsBLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required within 30 DaysPhysical DemandsMedium Work*:Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequentlyPay RangeFlat Rate: $20.00 per hour*This position is paid on a standard non-negotiable hourly rate. Shift, weekend andor other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Benefit SummaryAllina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs)voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events. Benefits include:MedicalDentalPTOTime AwayRetirement Savings PlansLife InsuranceShort-termLong-term DisabilityPaid Caregiver LeaveVoluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicableStudent Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramAllina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer*Benefit eligibilityofferings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

Created: 2025-02-20