Medical Assistant Apprentice Program
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Job Summary

The MA Apprentice will be required to complete program course work in conjunction with on-the-job clinical training. Working under the direct supervision of the program coordinator and clinical preceptors (MA, LPN, RN, Provider) to build clinical knowledge and aid in patient flow by assisting and promoting the delivery of primary and preventative health care in the clinic setting. The MA Apprentice will practice and perform technical procedures, lab protocols and clinically oriented activities within their current scope of practice dictated by their training program and successful competency performance under direct supervision. Apprentice may progress to Medical Assistant position after successful completion of their Apprenticeship and certification exam.

Essential Functions

• Under direct supervision, assists clinical staff/physician/provider by providing primary healthcare and patient care management, within scope of practice.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication with patients, staff, leadership, and accreditation bodies about process and workflow.
• Maintains and cleans environment, work area, equipment, and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department/unit personnel
• Assists with clinical and clerical duties within the program direction.
• Maintains open communication with precepting staff and program coordinator.
• Completes program course work in accordance with the program syllabus.
• Performs proper application of clinical skills in accordance with the program syllabus.
• Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Commits to continuous improvement of the patient experience which includes patient safety,quality of care and excellent service. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organization data. Adheres to the organization's published values, standards, and policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Current Active Participant in the Literacy Center of West Michigan-Corwell Health Partnership

• 1 year of relevant experience Clinical Assistant or Nursing Assistant (Preferred)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire OR Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6 from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom
• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom
• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Occasionally
• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom
• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 10 lbs
• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 10 lbs
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
• Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
• Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
• Squat: Seldom
• Stair Climbing: Seldom
• Driving: Seldom
• Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
• Handling: Occasionally
• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
• Visual Acuity ¹[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Occasionally
• Color Vision (Ishihara) Test[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

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• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - 515 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Clinical Operations and Improvement - CHMG West

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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