Certified Medical Assistant Apprentice

Full-Time | Leon & Lamoni Locations

At Infinity Health, we are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we serve. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), our integrated healthcare model brings together medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and care coordination services to improve the health and well-being of our patients.

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Medical Assistant Apprentice to join our clinical team at our Leon and Lamoni locations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in starting a career in healthcare, gaining hands-on clinical experience, and earning their Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential with support from Infinity Health.

No prior CMA certification is required! We will provide on-the-job clinical training and support your completion of an approved online medical assistant program to help you obtain your certification. If you are eager to learn, enjoy working with people, and want to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply!

What You'll Do

As a Medical Assistant Apprentice, you will learn to support providers and deliver quality, patient-centered care while developing the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in healthcare.

• Welcome patients and help prepare them for provider visits in a professional, friendly, and compassionate manner.

• Learn to room patients and accurately collect and document information, including chief complaints, allergies, vital signs, pain assessments, and weight.

• Assist providers and clinical team members with patient visits and routine clinical procedures as training and competency allow.

• Learn to communicate patient concerns, needs, and changes in condition to the appropriate clinical team members.

• Support patient education by helping distribute educational materials and reinforce instructions provided by the clinical team.

• Learn proper procedures for laboratory and diagnostic testing, including patient preparation and specimen handling.

• Develop knowledge of medication administration, treatments, infection prevention, and other clinical responsibilities within the appropriate scope of practice and level of training.

• Maintain accurate patient records in the electronic health record system while protecting patient confidentiality.

• Follow established safety protocols, infection control practices, and clinical policies and procedures.

• Participate in on-the-job training, complete assigned coursework through an approved online medical assistant program, and work toward obtaining CMA certification.

• Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary team members to promote coordinated, high-quality patient care.

• Demonstrate Infinity Health's mission, values, and standards of behavior in daily interactions with patients and coworkers.

Qualifications

• No current CMA certification or prior medical assistant experience required.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Strong interest in pursuing a career in healthcare and obtaining Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification.

• Willingness and ability to complete an approved online medical assistant training program while gaining hands-on clinical experience.

• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.

• Compassionate, professional, and patient-centered approach to working with others.

• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn electronic health record systems.

• Ability to follow instructions, maintain patient confidentiality, and work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Reliable, self-motivated, and committed to completing training and meeting program requirements.

• Previous customer service, healthcare, or other patient-facing experience is a plus, but not required.

Why Join Infinity Health?

At Infinity Health, we believe in investing in our employees and helping them grow. This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to build a rewarding healthcare career with hands-on guidance from an experienced clinical team and support as you work toward your professional certification.

You'll gain practical experience, develop valuable clinical skills, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients in our rural communities.

Benefits Include:

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance beginning the first of the month following hire

• Employer-paid:

  • $25,000 Life Insurance

  • Short-Term Disability

  • Long-Term Disability

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

• Voluntary supplemental benefits, including:

  • Accident Insurance

  • Hospital Indemnity

  • Critical Illness Coverage

  • Additional Life Insurance

• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match

• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

• Continuing Education support and annual CEU funds

• Support and hands-on training to help you work toward your CMA certification

Our Values

At Infinity Health, we strive to live out our core values every day:

• Respect

• Integrity

• Commitment

• Excellence

If you are ready to begin a healthcare career, learn new skills, and grow professionally while serving your community, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step toward becoming a Certified Medical Assistant with Infinity Health!